胜利日回眸：抗战中不能忘却的“侨力量”

Core Viewpoint - The article commemorates the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and highlights the significant contributions of overseas Chinese during this period [1] Group 1: Contributions of Overseas Chinese - The establishment of the South China Overseas Chinese Relief Association in 1938 united 8 million overseas Chinese to support the war effort through various means, including financial donations and volunteer services [4] - The South China Overseas Chinese Relief Association raised approximately 400 million yuan in the first three years of the war, showcasing the overwhelming support from both wealthy merchants and ordinary workers [4] - The New York Chinese Anti-Japanese Fundraising Association raised over 330 million USD from 1937 to the end of the war, with individual contributions averaging between 670 to 1000 USD [6][8] Group 2: Key Figures and Organizations - Chen Jiageng, a prominent leader, organized various fundraising efforts and mobilized overseas Chinese youth to return to China to support the war [4][5] - Yi Guangyan, a leader among Thai overseas Chinese, actively resisted Japanese influence and organized fundraising activities, ultimately sacrificing his life for the cause [10] - Li Lin, a notable female guerrilla leader, led a 200-member anti-Japanese unit and died heroically during a military operation at the age of 24 [11] Group 3: Cultural and Media Support - The "America Chinese Daily" emerged as a significant platform for overseas Chinese to express their patriotism and support for the war, providing news and rallying support for the Chinese cause [12][13][15] - The Chinese theatrical movement in Malaya played a crucial role in raising awareness and funds for the anti-Japanese efforts, with numerous performances held to mobilize public sentiment [16][17]