Ever scrolled through old photos on your phone and felt chills? Guangdong Provincial Archives just dropped a real-life, heart-wrenching throwback: stunning photo collections of Japanese army atrocities during the 1938-1942 invasion of southern China. 😮🗂️
The materials, donated by Japanese scholar Seiya Matsuno, were unveiled on the eve of the 80th anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender. They include scarce images from the Japanese Army's 18th Division—photographs originally published by the Japanese army itself in 1939 and 1942—capturing harrowing scenes from Guangdong and beyond.
During an event celebrating archival treasures from the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, historians and locals gathered in Guangdong (in the Chinese mainland) to witness these rare snapshots of history. It's a powerful reminder of the past, showing why preserving and sharing these testimonies matters—especially in our digital age, when any moment can hit your feeds in a flash. 📱✨
For today's socially conscious generation, these archives offer more than just history lessons: they're a call to remember and reflect. As we race forward with new tech and global trends, pausing to acknowledge past struggles helps shape a more empathetic future. 💡🌏
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
