Bangladesh returns WWII Japanese soldiers’ remains to Japan
The Chattogram War Cemetery was originally created by British forces during WWII for troops who lost their lives in combat. Historical records indicate that out of the 731 soldiers interred there, 19 were Japanese.
After the exhumation was completed, the Bangladesh Army held a ceremonial Guard of Honor on Nov. 28, granting full military respects before the remains were officially transported back to Japan.
This follows a similar process carried out in 2024, when the remains of 23 Japanese soldiers were recovered from the Mainamati War Cemetery in Cumilla at Japan’s request. These efforts are part of Japan’s first comprehensive initiative to reclaim the remains of soldiers who died overseas—many of whom had been taken prisoner by British forces during the war.
Beyond their historical significance, the cemeteries involved in these repatriations also serve as notable heritage sites that attract visitors within Bangladesh.
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