We hit another item on our 'must see' list this week - the Flying Tigers' Museum and General Stillwell's home. We could not help but think of Joel as we wandered around the museum and exhibitions. It was interesting to learn more about the Pacific side of World War II. Fortunately, each exhibit had a brief English description with the events presented from a Chinese perspective - the national pride was palpable. The close cooperation and mutual appreciation between China and the US that existed is in stark contrast to the current climate.
General Stillwell's home nicely incorporated Eastern details in a house that architecturally appeared inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright.
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| Too bad the English text was covered by his head. |
"In the name of the people of the United States of America, I present this scroll to the City of Chungking as a symbol of our admiration for its brave men, women, and children. Under blasts of terror from the air, even in the days before the world at large had known this horror Chungking and its people held out firm and unconquered. They proved gloriously that terrorism cannot destroy the spirit of a people determined to be fee. Their fidelity to the cause of freedom will inspire the hearts of all future generations." Franklin D. Roosevelt
"With the guns silent and the smoke faded it is the historical
friendship and our memory that will last forever. "
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