Bonney, Robert John Ball

Hong Kong

Died 20.12.41

Captured and murdered POW at Repulse Bay,  Hong Kong Island

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Does the road wind up-hill all the way?

Yes, to the very end.

Will the day's journey take the whole long day?

From morn to night, my friend.

But is there for the night a resting-place?

A roof for when the dark hours begin.

May not the darkness hide it from my face?

You cannot miss that inn.

Shall I meet other wayfarers at night?

Those who have gone before.

Then must I knock, or call when just in sight?

They will not keep you standing at that door.

Shall I find comfort, travel-sore and weak?

Of labour you shall find the sum.

Will there be beds for me and all who seek?

Yea, beds for all who come.

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Should any old comrade be willing to pass on any memories I will gladly see that my parents get them and will reply to the person with my thanks.

Rory Kehoe

email: RKehoe@cochlear.co.uk