The War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (Sino-Japanese War) was a magnificent historical chapter in which the Chinese nation bravely resisted foreign aggression and defended national dignity. The war lasted for 14 years, beginning with the September 18 Incident on September 18, 1931, and ending with Japan's formal signing of the unconditional surrender on September 2, 1945.
On September 18, 1931, Japanese imperialism created the September 18 Incident in Shenyang, which shocked China and the rest of the world, and began its invasion of Northeast China. Due to the policy of non-resistance of China at that time, the Northeast region quickly fell, and the puppet state of Manchukuo was established. However, the anti-Japanese struggle of the Chinese people did not stop because of this, and local resistance and guerrilla warfare were carried out in secret.
On July 7, 1937, the Lugou Bridge Incident broke out, marking the full-scale start of the Sino-Japanese War. In the following eight years, the Chinese people experienced a series of tragic battles such as the Battle of Songhu, the Battle of Nanjing, the Battle of Changsha, and the Battle of Wuhan. Countless Chinese sons and daughters withstood the crazy attack of the Japanese army with their flesh and blood, and wrote a singing and weeping epic of the War of Resistance with their lives and blood.
The 14-year War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was not only a military contest, but also a test of the will and spirit of the nation. In this protracted war, the Chinese people showed incomparable tenacity and perseverance, and they united as one to resist foreign enemies, whether it was soldiers fighting bloody battles on the front line or people supporting production in the rear, they all made indelible contributions to the final victory.
On August 15, 1945, Japan announced its unconditional surrender, and the Chinese people finally ushered in the long-awaited victory. However, the price of this victory was enormous, tens of millions of lives were consumed by the flames of war, and countless families were shattered, but it was this great sacrifice and dedication that was exchanged for the independence of the country and the dignity of the nation.
The 14-year War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was an important period in Chinese history, which shaped the collective memory of the Chinese nation and had a profound impact on world history. This history reminds us that peace does not come easily, and that we must cherish and preserve it;At the same time, it also inspires us to have firm faith and tenacious fighting spirit, and never give in to any difficulties and challenges.
In general, the 14-year War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression is a heroic epic forged by the blood and lives of the Chinese, which has witnessed the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and left us valuable historical experience and lessons. Let us remember this history, cherish peace, and continue to work hard to build a community with a shared future for mankind. Anti-Japanese War