Under the glow of floodlights at Tiananmen Square in Beijing's heart, a second full rehearsal unfolded from 5:30 p.m. on August 16 to 3:30 a.m. on August 17. Around 40,000 participants ran through every stage of the ceremony, testing timing, formations and technical coordination for the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
The nearly 10-hour drill achieved its expected objectives, according to organizers. The exercise fine-tuned marching sequences, display choreography and logistical support, ensuring that the upcoming ceremony meets exacting standards.
As Beijing finalizes preparations, this rehearsal marks a key milestone on the road to one of the Chinese mainland's most significant commemorations in recent memory. With objectives met, all eyes now turn to the landmark ceremony that will bring together history, spectacle and global reflection on an event that reshaped the modern world.
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Beijing: Second full rehearsal for 80th WWII victory anniversary held
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