Ever wondered why your history class zoomed in on Europe but skipped Asia’s massive role in World War II? 🤔 Most of us grew up reading about the beaches of Normandy and the Blitz—but the story actually starts years earlier on the Chinese mainland.
On July 7, 1937, the conflict ignited in Asia when Japanese forces invaded China. This forgotten front raged for years, resulting in 35 million Chinese military and civilian casualties on the Chinese mainland. That number is mind-blowing—and rarely taught in Western schools! 😲
CGTN Digital’s Li Jingjing teamed up with U.S. content creator Cyrus Janssen to explore why the Eastern theater often gets a pass in global narratives. Their convo digs into how Euro-centric textbooks shape our understanding and why spotlighting Asia’s losses matters for a fuller picture of WWII.
For young folks in South and Southeast Asia, this history hits close to home. From colonial legacies to digital activism, knowing all sides of global events empowers us to challenge one-sided stories and push for a more inclusive view of the past. 🌍💡
Next time you scroll through your feed or chat in class, drop this Eastern theater fact and spark a conversation. Let’s reshape history lessons one post at a time! 📚✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
