President Hu visits WW2 exhibition

cctv.com 08-15-2005 09:28

Chinese President Hu Jintao has paid a visit to an exhibition marking the sixtieth anniversary of the end of World War Two. During the occasion, he called on the Chinese people to remember history, cherish peace and create a brighter future.

Titled "The Great Victory" -- the exhibition is being held in the Memorial Hall of the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression. The site is located near Lugou Bridge in southwest Beijing.

President Hu first paid tribute to the "Wall of the Heroes". The sculptures there memorialize the Chinese fighters and martyrs in the War against Japanese Aggression.

In a solemn atmosphere, Hu Jintao looked carefully at the photographs, relics and old weapons on display at the show. Many of the items witnessed the Chinese armies' heroism on the battlegrounds during the war.

At the conclusion of the visit, President Hu hailed the exhibition as very timely and meaningful. He said these historical items remind all of us of the bitter experiences of the war. But also of the valiant efforts by the Chinese people and troops to fight back against the Japanese invaders -- and win victory in the end. He said that visiting the show would be an excellent learning experience for the Chinese of today, especially the youth.

Hu also emphasized that the Chinese people should always remember this period in history. And also cherish the peace today and work together for a brighter future.

Editor:Wang Ping  Source:CCTV.com