Did you know that China played a huge role in World War II, but many people don’t know about it? 😮
Professor Hans van de Ven, a historian from Cambridge University, is working hard to share China’s important contributions during the war. He’s writing a book that tells the story from an Asian perspective.
But why does he care so much? It all started with his own family. His grandfather lived in the Netherlands during World War II when it was occupied by enemy forces. That means another country took control of their land, which was really hard for the people living there.
Professor van de Ven says that the challenges his grandfather faced were a lot like what many people in China went through. Both countries struggled under occupation during the war.
“It’s very different from countries that weren’t occupied, like the United Kingdom or the United States,” he explains. People in those countries didn’t experience the same hardships at home.
By learning about China’s role in World War II, we can understand more about how the war affected different places around the world. It’s important to remember all the brave people who stood up during tough times! 🌍
So next time you think about World War II, remember that there’s a lot more to the story. Maybe you can even explore more about China’s history during the war!
Be on the lookout for Professor van de Ven’s book to learn even more amazing stories! 📖
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
