The Independent focuses on providing factual reporting on significant issues including reproductive rights and climate change, maintaining trust across the political spectrum. By avoiding paywalls, it ensures accessible journalism supported by donations. A poignant account from Reg Draper, a wartime veteran, recounts memories from August 1945, celebrating Japan's surrender while serving on the HMS Duke of York. He highlights the crew's excitement, distributing rum rations, and shares light-hearted interactions while reflecting on historic moments in Tokyo Bay.
Reg Draper recalled that the crew cheered when news of Japan's surrender was announced, marking a momentous occasion during World War II while stationed off the coast.
Draper shared memories of rationing daily rum for crew members and humorously mentioned coming off worst in a hockey tackle against Prince Philip.
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