Today (August 24)

There are 10 days left until the military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

What surprises will the “Chinese Formation” bring us?

Which major national assets will be unveiled?

Let’s take a look below ↓↓↓

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Salute Guns Echo the Nation’s Dignity

The firing of salute guns marks the official beginning of the commemorative event.

As a “national ceremonial instrument,” the salute gun produces the most resounding sound.

02

National Flag Guard

Demonstrating Military and National Prestige

The National Flag Guard, appearing alongside the salute guns, will showcase imposing military and national prestige through powerful, synchronized steps and unified movements.

Many members of this National Flag Guard are new recruits.

They are also the only unit that marches without musical accompaniment, relying solely on their own rhythm.

The flag raiser at the front of the formation must steadily carry a flagpole that is 3.81 meters high and weighs 30 jin (15 kilograms).

Attaching the flagpole requires precisely placing the 30-jin pole into the slot at the top of the secondary pole.

Unfurling the flag demands presenting it in a perfect fan shape.

These small yet critical actions have no shortcuts—only day after day of training.

In the eyes of the National Flag Guard members, the national flag is heavier than life and above all else.

They integrate their love for the country and the flag into their very bloodline.

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Honor Guard Debuts with New Designation

At the military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the War of Resistance, the Honor Guard will appear on Tiananmen Square for the first time under the new designation of “Ceremonial Guard Brigade.”

As the first marching unit in the parade, the Honor Guard will hold high the Party flag, the national flag, and the military flag, leading the entire marching contingent for review.

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 prolonged and devastating struggle against Japanese invasion. It began with the Marco Polo Bridge Incident in 1937 and involved widespread conflict, resulting in immense Chinese casualties and significant contributions to the eventual Allied victory in the Pacific.

World Anti-Fascist War

The World Anti-Fascist War, more commonly known as World War II, was a global conflict from 1939 to 1945 between the Allied powers and the Axis powers. It was a monumental struggle against fascist aggression and expansionism, which resulted in profound historical changes and the establishment of the United Nations to promote international peace and security.

National Flag Guard

The National Flag Guard is a ceremonial unit responsible for safeguarding and displaying the national flag, often associated with a country’s most important monuments. In many nations, such as China, its history is tied to symbolic locations like Tiananmen Square, where a daily flag-raising ceremony is a significant patriotic tradition. These guards are highly trained military personnel who perform their duties with precision to honor the nation’s sovereignty and identity.

Honor Guard

The Honor Guard is a ceremonial unit responsible for protecting national monuments and performing at state functions, with origins tracing back to ancient military traditions. Modern examples include the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier guards, whose precise rituals symbolize respect and national pride. Their history is often tied to a nation’s military heritage and its most sacred sites.

Ceremonial Guard Brigade

The Ceremonial Guard is a temporary, seasonal unit of the Canadian Armed Forces, primarily composed of students, that is formed each summer to perform public duties. Its primary role is to provide the sentries and military bands for the Changing the Guard ceremony on Parliament Hill in Ottawa and sentry duty at Rideau Hall. This tradition of mounting the guard in Canada’s capital began in 1959, adding a ceremonial military presence to important national sites.

Tiananmen Square

Tiananmen Square is a large city square in the center of Beijing, China, named after the Tiananmen Gate (“Gate of Heavenly Peace”) to its north. It has been a significant site for political gatherings and historical events since its original construction in 1417 during the Ming Dynasty. The square is a major national symbol and a popular tourist destination, known for monuments like the Monument to the People’s Heroes and the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong.

Party flag

The term “Party flag” most commonly refers to the flag of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). It is a red flag adorned with a golden hammer and sickle symbol in the upper-left corner, representing the unity of workers and peasants. It was first adopted in 1942 and has served as the official symbol of the Party throughout its leadership of the People’s Republic of China.

military flag

A military flag, also known as a battle standard or colour, is a flag used to represent and identify a military unit. Historically, these flags were carried into battle to serve as a visible rallying point for soldiers and a symbol of the unit’s honor and heritage. Their origins date back to ancient armies, and they remain a powerful symbol of tradition and esprit de corps in modern armed forces.