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. A flower basket ceremony to honor the people’s heroes was solemnly held this morning at Tiananmen Square, attended by national leaders.

During the ceremony, a trumpeter from the People’s Liberation Army Band performed the “Martyrs’ Memorial Day Fanfare.”

Tiananmen Square

Tiananmen Square is a large city square in the heart of Beijing, China, known for its cultural and political significance. It was originally built in 1651 and later expanded after the establishment of the People’s Republic of China in 1949. The square is flanked by important monuments, including the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong and the Great Hall of the People.

Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression

The Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1937-1945) was a major theater of World War II, marking China’s full-scale resistance against Japanese invasion. This brutal conflict resulted in immense Chinese casualties and widespread devastation. The war’s conclusion with Japan’s surrender was a pivotal moment that strengthened Chinese national identity and influenced the subsequent Chinese Civil War.

World Anti-Fascist War

The term “World Anti-Fascist War” refers to the global conflict fought from 1939 to 1945, also known as World War II. It was a worldwide military struggle between the Allied powers and the Axis powers, which were fascist states led by Nazi Germany, Fascist Italy, and Imperial Japan. The war concluded with the defeat of the Axis, leading to profound geopolitical changes and the establishment of the United Nations.

People’s Liberation Army Band

The People’s Liberation Army Band is the premier military musical unit of China, founded in 1952 to provide musical support for state ceremonies and military events. It performs at important national occasions, including National Day parades and diplomatic ceremonies, representing the discipline and cultural expression of the Chinese military.

Martyrs’ Memorial Day Fanfare

“Martyrs’ Memorial Day Fanfare” is not a physical place but an annual commemorative event in China held on September 30th. It honors revolutionary martyrs who sacrificed their lives for national liberation and the establishment of the People’s Republic of China. The day typically features official ceremonies, the presentation of wreaths, and moments of silence at monuments like Tiananmen Square’s Monument to the People’s Heroes.