Hey fam! Ever heard of US General Joseph Stilwell, aka "Vinegar Joe"? During World War II, he led Allied forces in the China-Burma-India Theater and stood strong with the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. His passion for China sparked a friendship that’s now in its fourth generation! 🇨🇳❤️🇺🇸
Flash to 1982: Stilwell’s daughters set up a scholarship fund to help bright Chinese students chase their dreams at US universities. Over 40 years, dozens of students have scored spots thanks to this amazing scholarship! 🎓✨
Fast-forward to today, Stilwell’s great-granddaughters, Nancy Millward and Susan Cole, were VIP guests at Beijing’s Tian'anmen Square for the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. 🇨🇳🏅
Before the big day, they toured historical sites across the Chinese mainland, diving deep into the places their great-granddad once walked. From the bustling streets of Chongqing to the legendary Yangtze River bridges, it was a #Throwback adventure full of feels and Insta-worthy moments. 🌉📸
What’s next? The family vows to keep rocking this legacy of US–China cooperation. More scholarships, more cultural exchanges, and a promise to build bridges—literally and figuratively—between communities. Talk about a living legacy! 🌏🤝
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Family of late US General Stilwell cherish enduring ties with China
cgtn.com
