NANNING, China, Sept. 08, 2025 — On Sunday, September 8, 2025, a permanent exhibition opened in Liuzhou, within south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, paying tribute to the Flying Tigers – the American volunteer pilots who collaborated with Chinese forces to resist Japanese aggressors during World War II.
Situated within the Liuzhou Military Museum, the display showcases over 1,000 artifacts, ranging from flight suits and arm patches to personal letters and diaries. A significant portion of these items were contributed by individuals from both China and the United States.
During World War II, Liuzhou served as a crucial transportation hub and a significant military base in southern China. The Flying Tigers established their presence in the city in 1942, operating from a local airport. From this base, American pilots conducted various missions against Japanese invaders, consequently leaving a legacy of historical sites, photographs, and accounts of local residents who bravely risked their lives to rescue downed airmen.
Jeffrey Greene, chairman of the Sino-American Aviation Heritage Foundation, spoke at the opening ceremony, characterizing this shared history as being centered on “remarkable friendship and mutual sacrifice.” He noted that during the most challenging periods of World War II, the people of China and the United States forged an extraordinary relationship.
Greene further remarked that “This history has evolved into something greater than a mere bridge connecting two nations; it stands as an enduring testament to the strength of solidarity.”
Also speaking at the event, Yang Wanming, president of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, pointed out that over eight decades prior, China and the United States made the decision to unite in the fight for justice and global peace.
Yang stated, “This historical narrative demonstrates that individuals from diverse nations can set aside their differences and come together when confronted with shared challenges,” further emphasizing that the spirit of the Flying Tigers will be perpetuated by the younger generations of both nations.
The exhibition is slated to be accessible to the public indefinitely and without cost. It comprises five distinct themed sections that recount the collaborative efforts of American pilots with Chinese soldiers and civilians throughout the war.
Source: Liuzhou Military Museum
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