Liverpool became a stage for historical reckoning this week as it unveiled the forgotten contributions of 20,000 Chinese seamen who braved perilous waters during World War II. A commemorative event hosted by China Media Group (CMG) marked the 80th anniversary of the World Anti-Fascist War victory, blending emotional storytelling with cutting-edge technology to revive this crucial chapter of Allied history.
Unsung Heroes of the 'Steel Transport Line'
Newly revealed archival photos showcased how these seamen maintained vital supply routes after the 1941 Pacific War outbreak, navigating treacherous seas to sustain Allied operations. Liverpool Mayor Barbara Murray described the exhibition as 'a humbling reminder that peace is built on such sacrifices,' urging collective remembrance of wartime suffering.
AI Bridges Past and Present
The event premiered CGTN's AI-enhanced documentary Witness to War, chronicling British journalist George Hogg's extraordinary journey supporting China's resistance efforts. Through digitally restored footage, viewers experienced Hogg's humanitarian work in 1930s China – a narrative made more poignant by his nephew Mark Thomas' donation of original manuscripts including I See a New China.
Global Voices for Multilateralism
UN Geneva Office Director-General Tatiana Valovaya emphasized in a video message that 'the 1945 victory demonstrated what global solidarity can achieve.' The gathering of international leaders and scholars, including former Hungarian PM Medgyessy Péter and historian Frances Wood, reinforced calls for preserving the post-war international order through cooperation.
