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201819 minPG-13doc-short

historical-events conflict international-relations

Inside Fighting China

201819 minPG-13doc-short

In 1942, wartime newsreels document China's response to Japanese aggression during World War II, highlighting military efforts and civilian resilience.

historical-events conflict international-relations

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Channel: NFB

Inside Fighting China

2018• 19 minPG-13

Synopsis

In 1942, wartime newsreels document China's response to Japanese aggression during World War II, highlighting military efforts and civilian resilience.

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This wartime newsreel from 1942 documents the efforts of China to deal with Japanese aggression. 1942

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