Harry Moyer, born in the United States on October 30, 1920, is a veteran of the American Flying Tigers (the Chinese Air Force's American Volunteer Air Aid Air Brigade). The Flying Tigers were a volunteer flying team formed by General Chennault of the United States to support China's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression during World War II. Harry Moyer served as a P-40 fighter pilot in the Flying Tigers and participated in the fight against the Japanese invaders.
Personal Experience:
Harry Moyer was born in the United States on October 30, 1920.
In February 1944, he joined the U.S. 14th Air Force and was stationed in Chengdu, where he had previously fought in the Mediterranean theater.
During his time in the Flying Tigers, he participated in many combat missions against Japan, fighting side by side with the Chinese.
After the war, Harry Moyer returned to the United States, but his historical memories of China and the Flying Tigers are always in his heart.
In 2023, 103-year-old Harry Moyer celebrated his birthday in Beijing and participated in events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the U.S. 14th Air Force's aid to China.
Social Appointments:
Flying Tigers veteran.
Personal achievements
As a member of the Flying Tigers, Harry Moyer contributed to China's anti-Japanese war in the Sino-Japanese War.
In his later years, he was actively involved in the inheritance of the history of the Flying Tigers and the promotion of friendly relations between China and the United States.
Social Contribution:
By participating in the commemoration and visiting China, Harry Moyer helped to carry on the spirit of the Flying Tigers and promote friendship and understanding between the people of China and the United States.
His actions and stories inspire a new generation to understand and respect history, especially the experiences of the United States and China during World War II.
Character evaluation:
Harry Moyer is revered by the Chinese and American people, and his story is seen as a symbol of Sino-American friendship.
His persistence and enthusiasm demonstrate the sense of responsibility and desire for peace of the Flying Tigers veteran.
Harry Moyer's actions are seen as a transmission of historical memory and hope for future peace.