On This Day: World War II: Japanese forces invade the island of Ambon in the Dutch East... (1942)

On January 30, 1942: World War II: Japanese forces invade the island of Ambon in the Dutch East Indies. Some 300 captured Allied troops are killed after the surrender. One-quarter of the remaining POWs remain alive at the end of the war.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.