Core Viewpoint - The interview with Michael Crook, Chairman of the China Cooperative International Committee, highlights the historical significance of the "Gung Ho" movement initiated by international friends during the Second Sino-Japanese War, emphasizing its role in uniting Chinese and foreign efforts against Japanese aggression and its lasting impact on cooperative movements in China [1][2]. Background of the Gung Ho Movement - The Gung Ho movement, short for "Industrial Cooperatives," was initiated in response to the outbreak of the Second Sino-Japanese War in 1937, which led to widespread unemployment and suffering among Chinese workers and refugees [2]. - American writer Helen Snow, along with her husband Edgar Snow and New Zealand friend Rewi Alley, proposed the establishment of industrial cooperatives to help unemployed workers and refugees in non-occupied areas of China [2][3]. Development and Impact - The movement gained momentum after a meeting in Shanghai, where a preparatory organization was formed, leading to the establishment of the China Industrial Cooperative Association in 1938, with a goal of creating 30,000 cooperatives to restore industry and support the war effort [3]. - By 1941, the movement had established approximately 3,000 cooperatives with nearly 30,000 members, aiding over 300,000 unemployed individuals and producing over 500 types of military and civilian goods [3]. Contributions of the China Cooperative International Committee - Founded in 1939 by Song Qingling and others in Hong Kong, the China Cooperative International Committee aimed to secure international support for the Gung Ho movement, raising millions of dollars in aid from various countries [6][7]. - The committee facilitated the arrival of foreign technical personnel to assist in the war effort, significantly contributing to the movement's success [6]. Legacy and Modern Relevance - The Gung Ho spirit, encapsulated in the motto "Work hard, work together," has been recognized for its role in fostering international solidarity and cooperation during wartime [9][10]. - The movement's legacy continues to inspire contemporary efforts in humanitarianism and international cooperation, emphasizing the importance of unity and collective action for global progress [12].