Eric Lomax

Scottish captain and author of 'The Railway Man'

Eric Lomax - Scottish captain and author of 'The Railway Man'
Born

1919
106 years ago

Died

October 8th, 2012
13 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a British Army officer during World War II. Captured by Japanese forces and became a prisoner of war, enduring harsh treatment while forced to build the Burma Railway. After the war, authored 'The Railway Man', detailing his experiences and struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder. The book was adapted into a feature film, further bringing attention to the events of his life and the broader themes of trauma and reconciliation.

Wrote 'The Railway Man'

Was a prisoner of war in WWII

Survived the construction of the Burma Railway

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