A ceremony to present floral baskets to the people’s heroes will be held on the morning of September 30th, Martyrs’ Memorial Day.

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 prolonged and devastating conflict resulted in immense Chinese casualties and widespread destruction, but it ultimately ended with China’s victory as part of the Allied triumph in 1945. The war is a foundational event in modern Chinese history, deeply shaping national identity and collective memory.

The term “World Anti-Fascist War” refers to the global conflict fought from 1939 to 1945, more commonly 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 resulted in the defeat of fascism and had a profound and lasting impact on global politics, society, and international relations.

Martyrs’ Memorial Day is a national day of remembrance in China dedicated to honoring revolutionary martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation’s independence and liberation. It is observed annually on September 30th, the day before National Day, to commemorate those who died in conflicts, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries. The day typically involves official ceremonies, wreath-laying at monuments like Tiananmen Square’s Monument to the People’s Heroes, and educational activities promoting patriotism.

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