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Protest Sign: "Popo, Congrats! You finally managed to go into university and work in Central"
One of the most memorable protest signs was seen in Central, Hong Kong's financial hub on November 13th, 2019 .
It turns out that the Hong Kong police managed to “get into” not just one, but two universities.
*Editor's note: The sign was held up in mockery of the Hong Kong police’s actions on teargassing Central, as well as charging into university campuses, Chinese University of Hong Kong (#CUHK) and Hong Kong Polytechnic University (#PolyU) in November 2019.
Source: Apple Daily; Studio Incendo #Nov13
https://www.facebook.com/1474101479504603/posts/2759909494257122/
#AsiasFinest #CUHKSiege #PolySiege #NeverForget
Protest Sign: "Popo, Congrats! You finally managed to go into university and work in Central"
One of the most memorable protest signs was seen in Central, Hong Kong's financial hub on November 13th, 2019 .
It turns out that the Hong Kong police managed to “get into” not just one, but two universities.
*Editor's note: The sign was held up in mockery of the Hong Kong police’s actions on teargassing Central, as well as charging into university campuses, Chinese University of Hong Kong (#CUHK) and Hong Kong Polytechnic University (#PolyU) in November 2019.
Source: Apple Daily; Studio Incendo #Nov13
https://www.facebook.com/1474101479504603/posts/2759909494257122/
#AsiasFinest #CUHKSiege #PolySiege #NeverForget
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After the Police Siege, #PolyU Student: There are stories in every corner of this campus
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https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/26738
Part 2/4
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/26748
Part 3 / 4
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/26777
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Ken Woo Kwok-wang was serving as acting president of the PolyU Student Union when he witnessed the anxiety, desolation, and fear inside the besieged campus in 2019. At the time, he was only 22 years old.
On the morning of Nov 11, 2019, the police fired two tear gas shots into the campus. By the dark night of Nov 23, 2019, the campus had become a ghost town.
Ken was born in 1997; he has two sisters. He considered himself fortunate, as his parents supported him and took pride in him. His father had escaped to Hong Kong after the Cultural Revolution in China, and had deep impressions of how the authoritarian government suppressed its people, as well as the lasting harm caused by their public criticism sessions.
Ken's father told him: "Don't give up your life; you have to outlive these cops."
After stepping out of the #PolyU campus, he was brought to Hung Hom Police Station. However, he experienced stomach cramps from not having a decent meal for a whole week, so he was soon transferred to Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
"After eating white bread for a whole week, prison food actually tastes good," he joked, obviously in dark humor.
While being trapped in the campus, he saw many people who were traumatized and emotionally on edge, including himself. However, he told himself to step up and not fear, because he knew the goal he had set for himself.
"If you want to help others, you cannot be scared. Even if you are, you cannot show it. If you are scared, how can you convince others to stay calm? You can't."
After coming out of the hospital, Ken spent 2 months to let his emotions sink in. He remembered the fear that he buried in his heart during the ordeal, and realized how scared he was. Many doubts and questions had surfaced in his mind, which made him even more depressed.
Ken sought counselling after school had resumed. He was afraid to revisit certain areas in the campus, such as Core Y; as soon as he approaches the area, the traumatic memories return to him. "I remember that the morning was cold. Many people were sprayed by the police water cannon the night before. There were about 20 people wrapped in blankets, shaking in the cold, desperate to escape. I'm actually still afraid to face these memories. There is a story like that in every corner of this campus."
Now that the siege of PolyU had passed, he said, agony was the only memory left in his mind.
Image: Lam Yik Fei / New York Times
Source: Cnews #Nov14
https://tinyurl.com/y3vspxq7
#KenWoo #Trauma #PoliceBrutality #HongKongProtests #ProtestersStory #AntiElab
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After the Police Siege, #PolyU Student: There are stories in every corner of this campus
Part 1/4:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/26738
Part 2/4
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/26748
Part 3 / 4
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/26777
Part 4/4
Ken Woo Kwok-wang was serving as acting president of the PolyU Student Union when he witnessed the anxiety, desolation, and fear inside the besieged campus in 2019. At the time, he was only 22 years old.
On the morning of Nov 11, 2019, the police fired two tear gas shots into the campus. By the dark night of Nov 23, 2019, the campus had become a ghost town.
Ken was born in 1997; he has two sisters. He considered himself fortunate, as his parents supported him and took pride in him. His father had escaped to Hong Kong after the Cultural Revolution in China, and had deep impressions of how the authoritarian government suppressed its people, as well as the lasting harm caused by their public criticism sessions.
Ken's father told him: "Don't give up your life; you have to outlive these cops."
After stepping out of the #PolyU campus, he was brought to Hung Hom Police Station. However, he experienced stomach cramps from not having a decent meal for a whole week, so he was soon transferred to Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
"After eating white bread for a whole week, prison food actually tastes good," he joked, obviously in dark humor.
While being trapped in the campus, he saw many people who were traumatized and emotionally on edge, including himself. However, he told himself to step up and not fear, because he knew the goal he had set for himself.
"If you want to help others, you cannot be scared. Even if you are, you cannot show it. If you are scared, how can you convince others to stay calm? You can't."
After coming out of the hospital, Ken spent 2 months to let his emotions sink in. He remembered the fear that he buried in his heart during the ordeal, and realized how scared he was. Many doubts and questions had surfaced in his mind, which made him even more depressed.
Ken sought counselling after school had resumed. He was afraid to revisit certain areas in the campus, such as Core Y; as soon as he approaches the area, the traumatic memories return to him. "I remember that the morning was cold. Many people were sprayed by the police water cannon the night before. There were about 20 people wrapped in blankets, shaking in the cold, desperate to escape. I'm actually still afraid to face these memories. There is a story like that in every corner of this campus."
Now that the siege of PolyU had passed, he said, agony was the only memory left in his mind.
Image: Lam Yik Fei / New York Times
Source: Cnews #Nov14
https://tinyurl.com/y3vspxq7
#KenWoo #Trauma #PoliceBrutality #HongKongProtests #ProtestersStory #AntiElab
#Agony #HongKongChronicles
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[Editor's note: The Hong Kong Police attacked the Polytechnic University for the first time on Nov 11, 2019 and intensively since Nov 17. On Nov 18, thousands…
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[Editor's note: The Hong Kong Police attacked the Polytechnic University for the first time on Nov 11, 2019 and intensively since Nov 17. On Nov 18, thousands…
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Are these three sets of numbers making someone unhappy: 721, 831, 101?
A fanart of based on Spirited Away, Hayao Miyazaki' animated movie, which was spotted at Prince Edward station, was vandalised.
Perhaps it was an attempt to cover up the three dates that mark some of the most serious cases police brutality incidents in Hong Kong.
7.21 Yuen Long Triad Attack
8.31 Prince Edward Police Attack
10.1 Police officer firing live rounds at a Pro-democracy Student
Image: Ng Yi Ling / FB
https://www.facebook.com/1474101479504603/posts/2748916075356464/
#ProtestArt #FanArt #HayaoMiyazaki #SpiritedAway
Are these three sets of numbers making someone unhappy: 721, 831, 101?
A fanart of based on Spirited Away, Hayao Miyazaki' animated movie, which was spotted at Prince Edward station, was vandalised.
Perhaps it was an attempt to cover up the three dates that mark some of the most serious cases police brutality incidents in Hong Kong.
7.21 Yuen Long Triad Attack
8.31 Prince Edward Police Attack
10.1 Police officer firing live rounds at a Pro-democracy Student
Image: Ng Yi Ling / FB
https://www.facebook.com/1474101479504603/posts/2748916075356464/
#ProtestArt #FanArt #HayaoMiyazaki #SpiritedAway
#NeverForget #NeverForgive
11.11 A Day to Remember
In Sai Wan Ho, a traffic police shot an unarmed student with live round.
In Kwai Chung, another traffic police rammed his motorcycle into a crowd. He was promoted afterwards.
In Tseung Kwan O, riot police fired tear gas grenades near primary schools and resident area.
Hong Kong police then tried to siege the Chinese University of Hong Kong (#CUHK) and the Hong Kong Polytechinic University (#PolyU).
These are the 11.11 Remembrance Day for Hongkongers.
Source: 100most #Nov11
https://www.facebook.com/273813022746352/posts/3356497771144513/
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11.11 A Day to Remember
In Sai Wan Ho, a traffic police shot an unarmed student with live round.
In Kwai Chung, another traffic police rammed his motorcycle into a crowd. He was promoted afterwards.
In Tseung Kwan O, riot police fired tear gas grenades near primary schools and resident area.
Hong Kong police then tried to siege the Chinese University of Hong Kong (#CUHK) and the Hong Kong Polytechinic University (#PolyU).
These are the 11.11 Remembrance Day for Hongkongers.
Source: 100most #Nov11
https://www.facebook.com/273813022746352/posts/3356497771144513/
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Polish Consulate General in HK Commemorates Fallen Soldiers of "Black Christmas" in the 1941 Battle of Hong Kong
Source: Stand News #Dec26
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Polish Consulate General in HK Commemorates Fallen Soldiers of "Black Christmas" in the 1941 Battle of Hong Kong
Source: Stand News #Dec26
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Polish Consulate General in HK Commemorates Fallen Soldiers of "Black Christmas" in the 1941 Battle of Hong Kong
79 years ago, Hong Kong under British Adminstration surrendered to the invading Japanese Army on Christmas Day, 1941, after weeks of fierce battles across the British colony.
The day has since been known as "Black Christmas" in Hong Kong history.
This year, Consul General Aleksander Dańda and Vice-Consul Dominik Jakuszko of the Polish Consulate General in Hong Kong paid a visit to the Stanley Military Cemetery and Sai Wan War Cemetery, to commemorate the Polish soldiers who gave their lives to defend Hong Kong.
See photo: https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/27578
In a Facebook post, the Consulate General described Polish volunteers fighting alongside the HK Volunteer Defense Corps during the Battle of Hong Kong. The defending troops consisted of soldiers from Britain, India, Canada, ethnic Chinese and Hong Kong locals, as well as Portugal and a number of Eurasian countries.
The Stanley Military Cemetery is one of the oldest military cemeteries in Hong Kong, dating back to the early days of its colonial history in the 19th century, and served as burial grounds of British troops and their families.
The Sai Wan War Cemetery was established for British Commonwealth troops, commercial ship crews, as well as soldiers and civilians who died in battle or as prisoners of war.
Source: Stand News #Dec26
https://www.facebook.com/710476795704610/posts/3757698324315760/
See also:
Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Hong Kong
https://www.facebook.com/115888726479046/posts/468290241238891/
#BoxingDay2020 #WWII #Poland #BattleOfHongKong
Polish Consulate General in HK Commemorates Fallen Soldiers of "Black Christmas" in the 1941 Battle of Hong Kong
79 years ago, Hong Kong under British Adminstration surrendered to the invading Japanese Army on Christmas Day, 1941, after weeks of fierce battles across the British colony.
The day has since been known as "Black Christmas" in Hong Kong history.
This year, Consul General Aleksander Dańda and Vice-Consul Dominik Jakuszko of the Polish Consulate General in Hong Kong paid a visit to the Stanley Military Cemetery and Sai Wan War Cemetery, to commemorate the Polish soldiers who gave their lives to defend Hong Kong.
See photo: https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/27578
In a Facebook post, the Consulate General described Polish volunteers fighting alongside the HK Volunteer Defense Corps during the Battle of Hong Kong. The defending troops consisted of soldiers from Britain, India, Canada, ethnic Chinese and Hong Kong locals, as well as Portugal and a number of Eurasian countries.
The Stanley Military Cemetery is one of the oldest military cemeteries in Hong Kong, dating back to the early days of its colonial history in the 19th century, and served as burial grounds of British troops and their families.
The Sai Wan War Cemetery was established for British Commonwealth troops, commercial ship crews, as well as soldiers and civilians who died in battle or as prisoners of war.
Source: Stand News #Dec26
https://www.facebook.com/710476795704610/posts/3757698324315760/
See also:
Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Hong Kong
https://www.facebook.com/115888726479046/posts/468290241238891/
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Polish Consulate General in HK Commemorates Fallen Soldiers of "Black Christmas" in the 1941 Battle of Hong Kong
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Polish Consulate General in HK Commemorates Fallen Soldiers of "Black Christmas" in the 1941 Battle of Hong Kong
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17 Years Since the Passing of Hong Kong Superstar #AnitaMui: "Losing my career path is fine. The road to democracy is the most important"
Source: Stand News #Aug19 #Dec29
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17 Years Since the Passing of Hong Kong Superstar #AnitaMui: "Losing my career path is fine. The road to democracy is the most important"
Source: Stand News #Aug19 #Dec29
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17 Years Since the Passing of Hong Kong Superstar #AnitaMui: "Losing my career path is fine. The road to democracy is the most important"
Seventeen years ago, Hong Kong singer, actress and popular icon Anita Mui passed away on December 30, 2003 at the age of 40. For her righteousness and valiance, she is forever a superstar in Hongkongers' hearts.
Mui voiced support for the pro-democracy movement in China as early as in May 1989, before the June 4th Tiananmen Massacre took place. In Hong Kong, Mui participated in rallies and protests, despite her busy showbiz schedule. She also lent her voice to the pro-democracy song "For Freedom" (1989).
Mui is always remembered for her persistence on justice and outcry for the Chinese Communist Party government's suppression of pro-democracy movement.
It was also reported that Mui quit the leading role in Center Stage (1990), a work by renowned Hong Kong director Stanley Kwan, because she refused to go to China for shooting.
When asked in 1990 if she was worried about the impact of her outspokenness on her career, Mui said, "Losing my career path is fine. The road to democracy is the most important."
Source: Stand News #Aug19 #Dec29
http://bit.ly/2Q6qAca
https://bit.ly/3ptKQ6g
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Listen to "Song of the Setting Sun" (1989): A Theme Song of "A Better Tomorrow III" Performed by Anita Mui:
https://youtu.be/bF07MUogdt4
#Cantopop #HongKongCulture
17 Years Since the Passing of Hong Kong Superstar #AnitaMui: "Losing my career path is fine. The road to democracy is the most important"
Seventeen years ago, Hong Kong singer, actress and popular icon Anita Mui passed away on December 30, 2003 at the age of 40. For her righteousness and valiance, she is forever a superstar in Hongkongers' hearts.
Mui voiced support for the pro-democracy movement in China as early as in May 1989, before the June 4th Tiananmen Massacre took place. In Hong Kong, Mui participated in rallies and protests, despite her busy showbiz schedule. She also lent her voice to the pro-democracy song "For Freedom" (1989).
Mui is always remembered for her persistence on justice and outcry for the Chinese Communist Party government's suppression of pro-democracy movement.
It was also reported that Mui quit the leading role in Center Stage (1990), a work by renowned Hong Kong director Stanley Kwan, because she refused to go to China for shooting.
When asked in 1990 if she was worried about the impact of her outspokenness on her career, Mui said, "Losing my career path is fine. The road to democracy is the most important."
Source: Stand News #Aug19 #Dec29
http://bit.ly/2Q6qAca
https://bit.ly/3ptKQ6g
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Listen to "Song of the Setting Sun" (1989): A Theme Song of "A Better Tomorrow III" Performed by Anita Mui:
https://youtu.be/bF07MUogdt4
#Cantopop #HongKongCulture
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HK Authorities Purportedly Limit Internet Access Through Nation Security Law
The website “Hong Kong Chronicles” released a statement on 7 Jan, 2021, reporting that some netizens in Hong Kong failed to access their website when using internet services providers (ISP) including SmarTone, China Mobile, HKBN and PCCW since 6 Jan, 2021.
It was suspected that these ISPs had blocked the website on the authorities’ request.
The Hong Kong Police said they would not comment on an individual case, but they would act in accordance with the #NationalSecurityLaw. It was understood that the National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force for the first time invoked the Cap. 43 of the national security law.
Source: MingPao #Jan8
https://news.mingpao.com/ins/%e6%b8%af%e8%81%9e/article/20210108/s00001/1610093311437
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HK Authorities Purportedly Limit Internet Access Through Nation Security Law
The website “Hong Kong Chronicles” released a statement on 7 Jan, 2021, reporting that some netizens in Hong Kong failed to access their website when using internet services providers (ISP) including SmarTone, China Mobile, HKBN and PCCW since 6 Jan, 2021.
It was suspected that these ISPs had blocked the website on the authorities’ request.
The Hong Kong Police said they would not comment on an individual case, but they would act in accordance with the #NationalSecurityLaw. It was understood that the National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force for the first time invoked the Cap. 43 of the national security law.
Source: MingPao #Jan8
https://news.mingpao.com/ins/%e6%b8%af%e8%81%9e/article/20210108/s00001/1610093311437
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The Fall of Hong Kong
On Jan 22, 2020, Hong Kong recorded its first "highly suspected" coronavirus case, to cite from Secretary for Food and Health Sophia Chan.
The case was a 39-year-old man of Chinese nationality who had travelled to Wuhan and arrived in Hong Kong from China via the high speed train.
One year has passed. The total number of #COVID19 cases in Hong Kong hit nearly 10,000 and cost the life of 168 people.
On Jan 22, 2021, the Hong Kong's Hospital Authorities (#HA) even issued a letter to its employees, demanding them to return their salary during the strike.
In 2020, medical workers went on strike for the first time in history, demanding nothing but the shutdown of the border with China, in order to prevent the spread of the virus.
In response to the authorities, the Hospital Authorities Employees Association (#HAEA) chairperson Yu Wai-ming said "then why didn't you close the border back then?"
Source: Stand News #Jan22
https://bit.ly/35YSVbV
The Fall of Hong Kong
On Jan 22, 2020, Hong Kong recorded its first "highly suspected" coronavirus case, to cite from Secretary for Food and Health Sophia Chan.
The case was a 39-year-old man of Chinese nationality who had travelled to Wuhan and arrived in Hong Kong from China via the high speed train.
One year has passed. The total number of #COVID19 cases in Hong Kong hit nearly 10,000 and cost the life of 168 people.
On Jan 22, 2021, the Hong Kong's Hospital Authorities (#HA) even issued a letter to its employees, demanding them to return their salary during the strike.
In 2020, medical workers went on strike for the first time in history, demanding nothing but the shutdown of the border with China, in order to prevent the spread of the virus.
In response to the authorities, the Hospital Authorities Employees Association (#HAEA) chairperson Yu Wai-ming said "then why didn't you close the border back then?"
Source: Stand News #Jan22
https://bit.ly/35YSVbV