KOJE GUARDS SUBDUE REDS

The Battle of the Prison Camps on Koje Island reached its peak as Brigadier General Boatner deployed the 187th Airborne Regiment to confront the Communists in Compound 76. The Communists, armed with makeshift weapons, resisted but were subdued by tear gas and concussion bombs. Some prisoners took the opportunity to escape, while the rebel leaders were captured and moved to new quarters where stricter discipline would be enforced.

What was the primary objective of Brigadier General Boatner's deployment of the 187th Airborne Regiment?

• To confront the Communist prisoners

• To provide humanitarian aid

• To evacuate the island

• To negotiate peace with the prisoners

What tactics were used to subdue the Communist prisoners in Compound 76?

• Bribery and incentives

• Tear gas and concussion bombs

• Isolation and starvation

• Negotiation and dialogue

How did some prisoners respond to the Communist leaders during the battle?

• They sabotaged the camp

• They surrendered immediately

• They attempted to escape

• They joined the resistance

What happened to the rebel prisoners after the battle?

• They were relocated to new quarters

• They were released

• They were executed

• They were promoted to leaders

What was the future plan for maintaining order among the prisoners?

• Implementing stricter discipline

• Allowing self-governance

• Increasing recreational activities

• Reducing the number of guards