Ever wondered how hidden chapters of history resurface? 🔍 This past Saturday, China’s Central Archives received a new trove of documents from Russia, detailing the notorious Unit 731—Japan’s WWII-era germ-warfare unit infamous for brutal human experiments.
Unit 731 has long been a dark stain on history. Now, these Russian-provided files—ranging from official orders to firsthand testimonies—offer fresh insights into the scale and methods of these wartime atrocities. Zhao Cong, director general of the International Cooperation Department at the National Archives Administration, told CGTN’s Yu Li that preserving these records is key to understanding our past and preventing future abuses.
For young changemakers in South and Southeast Asia, this discovery is more than history class material. It’s a reminder of why remembering past injustices matters. By keeping these stories alive, archives empower us to champion human rights and demand accountability—values that resonate across borders and generations.
Looking ahead, the National Archives plans to catalog and eventually digitize the collection, making it accessible to researchers and the public. Stay tuned for updates as historians dive into this chilling chapter of WWII and unearth lessons that still matter today.
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Archives reveal more evidence of atrocities committed by Unit 731
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