ww2 l6 Flashcards
1
Q
why did japan target singapore
A
remove significant naval threat and provided them with a good postion to launch an offensive on the dutch indies
2
Q
why were the japanese able to take control of malaya
A
took control of seas and skies, better trained troops, ingenuity used to speed up advance; in contrast the british had outdated equipment and were poorly led with stubborn generals
3
Q
how did japanese actions contribute to the capture of singapore
A
circmvented british defense lines and allowed them to see percival’s defensive plans
4
Q
how did british actions contribute to the loss of singapore
A
gave up high ground surronding city gave up british supplies and fresh water; percival didn’t realise the japanese were about to run out of supplies too
