铁蹄踏琼岛 血泪鉴山河

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the historical atrocities committed by Japanese forces during their occupation of Hainan Island, emphasizing the immense suffering and loss experienced by the local population over 80 years ago [14][19]. Historical Atrocities - Japanese forces invaded Hainan Island in February 1939, leading to widespread violence, including the bombing of towns and the execution of civilians [15][16]. - The occupation resulted in numerous massacres, with over 200 villagers killed in the "Three-One Massacre" and a total of 566,174 casualties recorded during the occupation [20][23]. - The Japanese military employed brutal tactics, including the "Three Alls" policy (burn all, kill all, loot all), leading to the destruction of entire villages and communities [20][21]. Cultural and Economic Exploitation - The Japanese implemented a cultural invasion through education, establishing 73 Japanese language schools and promoting propaganda to indoctrinate the local population [21][22]. - Economically, Japan exploited Hainan's natural resources, particularly iron ore, with significant quantities extracted and shipped back to Japan, including 41,000 tons from Shiluo Iron Mine and 241,000 tons from Tiandu Iron Mine [22][23]. - The total financial loss due to the occupation was estimated at 80,907,270 yuan (1937 currency), alongside the forced labor of over 200,000 local workers, with a high casualty rate of 60% among them [23].