14 Years of Resistance: From 1931, long before Pearl Harbor, China stood firm against Japanese aggression. This epic struggle lasted 14 years and shaped the Eastern Theater of the World Anti-Fascist War.
🎖️ Over 35 million military and civilian lives were lost. China's determination held down the bulk of Japan's forces, giving the Allies time to regroup and launch counterattacks.
Victor Gao, vice president of the Center for China and Globalization, says it best: "China really made the greatest contribution." His views remind us that the narrative of WWII in Asia goes beyond 1941.
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