Holding cultural evenings, watching live military parades, and holding flag raising ceremonies... Major Hong Kong organizations such as the Hong Kong Island Federation, the New Territories Federation of Societies, the Kowloon Federation of Societies, and the Hong Kong Flag Raising Team Association held multiple activities on the 3rd to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Anti Japanese War, remember history, honor the martyrs, and enhance the patriotic consciousness of Hong Kong society. On the evening of the 3rd, the Hong Kong Island Federation of Industries and the Home Affairs Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government jointly held the "Hong Kong Island Cultural Evening Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti Fascist War" at the Hong Kong City Hall Music Hall. Through rich and colorful cultural performances, we revisit the historical moment when the whole nation worked together and bravely fought against Japan, allowing Hong Kong citizens to have a deeper understanding of the history of the war between the country and Hong Kong, and inspiring patriotism and national spirit as Chinese people. Huang Guoping, Executive Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Island Federation of Trade Unions, stated that 80 years ago, billions of Chinese people fought bravely to defend their country. With unwavering determination and precious lives, they earned victory, peace, and today's happy life. We must remember history, uphold peace, inherit the great spirit of resistance, live up to the sacrifices of our predecessors and their desire for national strength, and create a more brilliant future for the Chinese nation. The Director of the Home Affairs Department, Du Jieli, stated that during the Anti Japanese War, Hong Kong was occupied by the Japanese army, and the people spontaneously organized anti Japanese actions. Many aspiring individuals joined guerrilla forces such as the Hong Kong and Kowloon Brigade of the Dongjiang Column, vigorously resisting the invaders, fully demonstrating the indomitable spirit of the Chinese nation, which is willing to give up and regard death as their home. We commemorate the victory of the Anti Japanese War not only by taking history as a mirror and cherishing the hard-earned peace, but also by learning from the indomitable spirit of our predecessors and working together to achieve the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. The "New Territories District Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression" jointly organized by the New Territories Federation of Societies and the Home Affairs Department of the Special Administrative Region Government was held on the evening of the 3rd at the Tsuen Wan Town Hall Concert Hall. Acting Director of the Civil Affairs and Youth Affairs Bureau, Leung Hung Ching, stated that in order to enable citizens to have a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of the history of the Anti Japanese War and the significant significance of its victory, and to enhance patriotism and national spirit, the SAR government has organized various forms of commemorative and educational activities. The Youth Bureau also sponsored a series of related activities organized by non-governmental organizations to enhance young people's sense of national identity, belonging, and national pride. The Chairman of the New Territories Federation of Societies, Tan Zhenguo, stated that the New Territories was the base of the anti Japanese guerrilla forces at that time, and the existing anti Japanese war sites in the New Territories are the imprint of Hong Kong's joint efforts in the national crisis. The foundation of the New Social Union is rooted in the tradition of patriotism and family love of the Dongjiang Column. This year, the New Social Council actively supported and participated in promoting the erection of inscriptions at anti Japanese sites in the North District, Sai Kung, Cheung Chau, Lantau Island and other places. In the future, the New Social Council will continue to promote the participation of all sectors of society in the protection and historical education of anti Japanese sites, enhance citizens' national and ethnic awareness, and pass on the red gene from generation to generation. This event invited anti Japanese veteran soldiers Chen Laijiao, Liu Su, and the family of the martyr Zhao Mai Jixian to attend, attracting nearly a thousand people from all walks of life to participate. At the event, student representatives paid tribute and presented flowers to the veteran soldiers and their families, expressing their respect for the anti Japanese heroes who fought bravely and defended their country, and demonstrating the passing down of patriotism and love for Hong Kong from generation to generation. The original Dongjiang Column Guangdong Jiangxi Hunan Border Column Hong Kong Veterans Association, the original Dongjiang Column Hong Kong and Kowloon Independent Brigade Veterans Association, the Correctional Services Department Staff Band, the Immigration Department Band, the Customs Pop Band, and multiple regional groups presented wonderful performances such as "Osmanthus Blossoms Everywhere in August", "Dongjiang Column Song", and "Love on the Same Boat" through various forms of song singing, dancing, etc. The organizer hopes to use the infectious power of art to pay high respect to the anti Japanese heroes, and also to let more citizens understand the history of the anti Japanese war and cherish the existing peaceful life. The Kowloon Federation of Societies held a commemorative event at the Ko Shan Theatre on the evening of the 3rd. The Chief President of the Kowloon Federation of Societies, Lian Haomin, stated that the event aims to commemorate the martyrs, promote the great spirit of the Anti Japanese War, and enhance citizens' understanding of national history. The eternal president of the Kowloon Federation of Societies, Gao Baoling, reviewed the history of Hong Kong fighting alongside the motherland, emphasizing that patriotism and love for Hong Kong are glorious traditions of Hong Kong compatriots, and hoping that all sectors of Hong Kong will inherit the core values of patriotism and love for Hong Kong. On the morning of the 3rd, members of the Hong Kong Whampoa Military Academy Descendants Association and the Hong Kong Shandong Society Association collectively watched the live broadcast of the military parade. The troops being watched are majestic and heroic, with the audience occasionally taking out their phones to shoot live broadcasts and applauding and cheering. Tiananmen Square is solemn and dignified, and the familiar music makes my heart surge. ”Lin Jiping, the president of the Hong Kong Whampoa Military Academy Descendants Association, said that he was excited when watching the parade, especially when the camera swept over some still alive veteran soldiers. If my grandfather were still alive, he would be very pleased, excited, and proud to see the thriving scene of our motherland today. "As a descendant of the heroes of the Anti Japanese War, Lin Jiping has visited Hong Kong communities, colleges, and primary and secondary schools multiple times in recent years to exchange ideas with the younger generation. He said that the descendants of the witnesses came to tell the story of the War of Resistance, which the children loved to listen to and had a good effect. In the future, they will continue to do their best to promote the spirit of the War of Resistance and cultivate the patriotism of the younger generation. Dong Ruiting, Executive Vice President of the Hong Kong Shandong Association, said that Hong Kong is closely related to the motherland and shares weal and woe. The victory of the Anti Japanese War is a common honor and profound memory for all Chinese people. On the parade ground, major powers' heavy weapons and mighty formations evoke memories of the first domestically produced aircraft carrier, the Shandong ship, visiting Hong Kong in July this year, and a sense of pride arises. The Hong Kong Flag Raising Team Association held a joint school flag raising ceremony on the 3rd to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, promoting flag raising ceremonies in all schools in Hong Kong and attracting more than 300 schools to participate, with over 180000 teachers and students in attendance. Hong Kong Fujian Secondary School Affiliated School is the main venue for this event, inspiring teachers and students to remember history and cherish the present through solemn flag raising ceremonies, speeches under the national flag, singing classic anti Japanese war songs together, and enjoying anti Japanese micro films. (New Society)