Percival's strategy of defending Singapore was focused on which direction?
Northern approach
Southern approach
Western approach
Eastern approach
Answer
Percival's strategy of defending Singapore was focused on the northern approach, as he expected the Japanese to invade from that direction. He placed the majority of his forces on the north of the island, and he built up defences along the Johor Strait. However, the Japanese launched their invasion from the south, and they quickly overwhelmed the British forces.
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