THE KUKUTSU POW MEMORIAL STONE - dedicated on Saturday, November 20, 1999, on the site of the former “jungle camp” in the hills near Hsintien, Taipei, Taiwan.

Oh precious stone, before you we stand Remembering the time when we tilled your land. It’s hard to believe that we’re here, and once more Through the portals of time, can unlock your door.

Those who pass by and linger to stay To read the words that you display, Will ever know the tears that were dried Or that every day, death’s door was defied.

It was God Who was kind and let us live And we’re pleased to return, our thanks to give. Knowing our ties will never sever While you lie here - today and forever.

- penned specially for the dedication of the memorial by Kukutsu survivor, Maurice Rooney, who visited the site of the former camp in 1998.