An emotional event in Liverpool on Tuesday shed light on a little-known chapter of World War II history: the story of more than 20,000 Chinese sailors who risked their lives to support the Allied war effort.
It was organized by China Media Group (CMG) to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The "Echoes of Peace" humanitarian exchange event was a poignant reminder of forgotten heroism and the enduring strength of international friendship.
The highlight of the event was a photographic exhibition that for the first time publicly presented a collection of historical images that brought to life the courage of these Chinese sailors.
After the outbreak of war in the Pacific in 1941, they sailed across the treacherous sea and established a "steel line of transport" to ensure the delivery of key supplies. Their unwavering courage and sacrifice forged a deep bond with the British people.
The Mayor of Liverpool Barbara Murray, a guest at the event, expressed her emotion after seeing the exhibition and said that there are no real winners in war and only by remembering the historical pain can we better appreciate the preciousness of peace.
AI revives the journey of a forgotten war hero
The event also presented a deeply personal story of Anglo-Chinese collaboration. CGTN's documentary "Witness to War" premiered, showing the inspiring journey of George Hogg, a British journalist who courageously joined China's war of resistance against Japanese aggression.
Using cutting-edge AI technology, the film creates an immersive experience for viewers by recreating scenes from George Hogg's life and work in China. Hogg's nephew, Mark Thomas, attended the event and donated his uncle's manuscripts, including a copy of his book "I See a New China".
Global Call for Peace
The event brought together a distinguished group of international guests who supported the theme of peace and cooperation.
In a video projection, the Director of the UN Office in Geneva Tatiana Valovayarova stressed that the victory in 1945 came from the global unity that led to the establishment of the United Nations.
Former Hungarian Prime Minister Medgyessy Péter highlighted China's role as a key force for maintaining global stability.
Other speakers, including former Romanian President Traian Băsescu, former Spanish Foreign Minister Ana Palacio and renowned sinologists and historians such as Frances Wood and Robert Lyman, discussed the protection of the post-war international order and the importance of multilateralism.
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