Hi friends! Did you know that on July 7, China held a special ceremony to remember a very important day from 88 years ago? Let’s dive into this piece of history!
What Happened 88 Years Ago?
Back on July 7, 1937, something called the Lugou Bridge Incident happened near the famous Marco Polo Bridge in China. Japanese troops attacked Chinese forces, which started a huge struggle known as the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.
A Brave Stand
The Chinese people, united and determined, stood up against the invaders. This wasn’t just any fight—it opened up the main Eastern battlefield in what became the World Anti-Fascist War! That means China played a big part in fighting against unfair and cruel rulers (called fascists) during that time.
Remembering the Heroes
At the ceremony, important leaders like Cai Qi spoke about how brave the Chinese people were. They also opened a special exhibition called “For National Liberation and World Peace” at the Museum of the War of Chinese People’s Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.
The exhibition shows photos and artifacts (cool old items!) from the war. It helps everyone remember the 14-year struggle and the over 35 million Chinese people who were affected.
Why Is This Important?
Remembering history helps us understand the sacrifices people made for peace and freedom. It’s a reminder to all of us to cherish peace and work together for a better world!
Looking Forward
The leaders at the ceremony encouraged everyone to keep the spirit of those brave people alive. That means being confident, working hard, and helping to build a strong and peaceful future.
Isn’t history fascinating? It shows us how people can come together to overcome big challenges. Let’s all remember to appreciate peace and be kind to one another!
Reference(s):
China marks 88 yrs since resistance against Japanese aggression began
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