The 80th anniversary of the victory in the war against Japanese aggression and fascism is marked by a two-minute silence in the UK. This event honors the courage and sacrifices of the Chinese and British peoples during World War II. Chinese forces made significant sacrifices while supporting allied efforts in various campaigns. Thousands of Chinese seamen helped deliver vital supplies to British forces. A notable event of solidarity was when local fishermen rescued survivors of the Lisbon Maru, showcasing the enduring bonds forged in wartime.
"At the darkest hour of the second world war, China and the UK fought on different fronts but shared a common mission: to defend humanity against fascism and aggression."
"In 1942, the Chinese Expeditionary Force marched over 1,500 gruelling kilometres through the jungles of Myanmar to rescue British forces trapped by Japanese troops."
"Their contribution remains a poignant chapter in our shared wartime history."
"As the ship sank off the coast of Zhoushan in eastern China, local fishermen risked their lives... to rescue 384 survivors from the sea."
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