CGTN: The Stilwell Road at 80: Honoring China-U.S. Cooperation and Friendship

Ceremony in ChongqingThe five-day commemoration began on September 4 at the Chongqing Stilwell Museum. Nine family members—including great-granddaughters Nancy Millward and Susan Cole with their families, and great-grandson Dennis Cox with his daughter Catherine Cox—joined Chinese and American historians and experts to honor General Stilwell's legacy. Ceremony inChongqing The five-day commemoration began onSeptember 4at the Chongqing Stilwell Museum. Nine family members—including...

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Ceremony in Chongqing
The five-day commemoration began on September 4 at the Chongqing Stilwell Museum. Nine family members—including great-granddaughters Nancy Millward and Susan Cole with their families, and great-grandson Dennis Cox with his daughter Catherine Cox—joined Chinese and American historians and experts to honor General Stilwell's legacy.

The highlight was the unveiling of a full-length bronze statue of Stilwell, portrayed with a steady gaze and carbine slung over his shoulder. Susan Cole said, "This statue bears witness to the Chinese people's deep affection for him, and it also reflects his deep affection for the Chinese people." The event also featured book presentations and donations of historical documents.

Visiting Yunnan's Historic Sites
On September 5, the family visited Yunnan, touring the Stilwell Road Museum, Houqiao, Wanding Bridge, and preserved stretches of the old road, where Dennis Cox collected stones as souvenirs. At Tengchong National War Cemetery—resting place of thousands of Chinese troops and 19 Americans—they paused in reflection. "Being here makes it very different," said Nancy Millward. "It's important for our children to learn about their family legacy and the ties he built with the Chinese people." At the Songshan battlefield, they laid flowers for Chinese and Allied soldiers, with trenches and bunkers revealing the hardships of 1944. 

Cultural Exchanges and Final Stop in Shanghai
The journey also included cultural exchanges, such as visiting Datianwan Primary School in Chongqing, where the family shared wartime stories with students, played football and did traditional crafts.

Seven descendants concluded their visit in Shanghai at the former residence of Soong Ching Ling, who shared a close friendship with General Stilwell. The stop underscored how personal bonds complemented wartime alliances, keeping alive the enduring spirit of China-U.S. friendship.

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