Today is September 18th. Ninety-four years ago on this day, the September 18th Incident shocked the world. The September 18th Incident, which occurred in 1931, marked not only the beginning of the Chinese people’s war of resistance against Japanese aggression but also the prelude to the world’s anti-fascist war.

This morning, a “Never Forget September 18th” bell-tolling and siren ceremony will be held in Shenyang, Liaoning Province, the site where the September 18th Incident took place, to commemorate this period of history.

  • The Communist Party of China led the Chinese people in resisting Japanese fascist aggression and ultimately achieved victory. Commemorative activities marking the 80th anniversary of this great victory will serve as an important milestone for the Chinese people and people all over the world.

    • September 18th Incident

    The September 18th Incident refers to the 1931 Mukden Incident, a staged event used as a pretext by the Japanese Kwantung Army to invade and occupy Manchuria. It is now commemorated in China with museums, most notably the September 18th History Museum in Shenyang, which stands on the site of the bombing and educates visitors about this pivotal event that led to the Second Sino-Japanese War.

    Shenyang

    Shenyang is the capital of Liaoning province in northeast China, historically known as the site of the Mukden Palace. This imperial palace, built in 1625, served as the residence for the early Qing dynasty rulers before they conquered all of China. The city is also known for its significant 20th-century industrial history.

    Liaoning Province

    Liaoning Province, located in Northeast China, is a historically significant region that was the heartland of the Manchu-led Qing Dynasty, which ruled China from 1644 to 1912. It is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Mukden Palace in Shenyang and the ancient Gaojuli capital cities. Today, it is a major industrial and economic hub, known for its heavy industry and coastal ports.