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Sichuan immigration officers pay tribute to WWII martyrs

Officers from Sichuan Border Inspection Station's Fourth Duty Team honored Chinese revolutionary martyrs on Aug. 15, marking the 80th anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in World War II.

China holds second rehearsal for event marking 80th anniversary of victory over Japanese aggression, fascism

The second comprehensive rehearsal for the upcoming grand gathering to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War concluded in Beijing early Sunday, according to the event's media center.

Symposium held in Taiwan to mark 80th anniversary of victory of war against Japanese aggression

A symposium was held Saturday in Taipei to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

China urges Japan to be prudent on historical issues such as Yasukuni Shrine, spokesperson says

China urges Japan to face squarely and reflect on its history of aggression, be prudent on historical issues such as the Yasukuni Shrine, make a clean break with militarism, stick to the path of peaceful development, and earn the trust of its Asian neighbors and the international community through real actions, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Saturday.

London hosts European premiere of WWII film 'Dongji Rescue'

The European premiere of the World War II (WWII) film "Dongji Rescue" was held in London on Friday evening.

Film screening in Morocco commemorates 80th anniversary of victory of World Anti-Fascist War

A screening of documentary "The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru" was held in Rabat, capital of Morocco on Friday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

Photo exhibit in Minsk commemorates 80th anniversary of victory of World Anti-Fascist War

A photo exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War opened on Friday at the Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War in Minsk.

World War II film Dongji Rescue premieres in Australia

The World War II film Dongji Rescue was screened during a reception hosted by the Chinese consulate general in Melbourne on Wednesday, one day before it officially hit screen in Australia.

Reasons behind Japan's selective amnesia about Nanjing Massacre

?This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, as well as the 88th anniversary of the Nanjing Massacre, one of the most barbaric episodes of World War II.

Chinese FM urges Japan to face history squarely to earn respect

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged Japan to learn from history to earn respect and avoid straying onto the wrong path again on Friday, the 80th anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in World War II.

China slams US for 'whitewashing' Japan's WWII war crimes

A Chinese defense spokesperson on Friday slammed the United States for whitewashing Japan's aggression and war crimes during World War II, calling it "a grave affront to historical justice and an insult to the feelings of those who suffered from the Japanese invasion."

Infographic: China's contributions and losses in World Anti-Fascist War

Lasting from 1931 to 1945, the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was the earliest and longest-running front in the World Anti-Fascist War. As the principal theater in the East, China served as the mainstay of resistance against Japanese militarism, making a pivotal contribution to the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War. In this infographic, China.org.cn highlights the country's key contributions and sacrifices during this historic struggle.

China's national library exhibits rare WWII documents

?The National Library of China (NLC) opened a public exhibition on Tuesday showcasing rare documents and historical materials from the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-1945).

Royal Scots recall Chinese aid in Lisbon Maru sinking

?The Royal Regiment of Scotland on Tuesday posted a movie announcement with a synopsis about the award-winning documentary film "The Sinking of The Lisbon Maru" on its Facebook account.

Documentary on China's resistance against Japanese aggression debuts

The documentary "Mountains and Rivers Bearing Witness" premiered Monday at the Museum of the Communist Party of China (CPC) ahead of its nationwide release on Aug. 15, offering an in-depth portrayal of the nation's resistance against Japanese aggression.

Families linked to Lisbon Maru tragedy praise war film 'Dongji Rescue'

Descendants of British prisoners of war and Chinese fishermen linked to the 1942 Lisbon Maru incident praised the war drama "Dongji Rescue" at a screening event last week, saying they were moved by its portrayal of local fishermen saving Allied prisoners from Japanese forces.

China holds first rehearsal for event marking 80th anniversary of victory over Japanese aggression, fascism

The first comprehensive rehearsal for the upcoming grand gathering to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War concluded in Beijing early Sunday, according to the event's media center.

Frenchman glimpses Japan's atrocities

After arriving in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, on Wednesday evening, Frenchman Marcus Detrez and two companions took the first opportunity to visit the Exhibition Hall of Evidences of Crime Committed by Unit 731 of the Japanese Imperial Army.

Thematic exhibition draws 300,000 visitors

On July 8, the exhibition themed "For National Liberation and World Peace" opened at the Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. Since then, the exhibition has received more than 300,000 visitors, with attendees honoring fallen heroes and reflecting on the great spirit of the War of Resistance.

Film revisits Chinese fishermen's heroic rescue during WWII

The Chinese film "Dongji Rescue" premiered in Beijing on Aug. 5, retelling the harrowing story of Japanese atrocities against British prisoners of war during World War II and the daring rescue of the war prisoners by Chinese fishermen.