Hidden in the mountains in the southwest of the Chinese mainland, the small valley of Tuyunguan lies quiet today. Once forgotten by most, this path was at the center of one of the most ambitious wartime medical efforts in history.
During World War Two, Tuyunguan served as the heart of the Chinese mainland’s largest wartime medical network. Field hospitals, makeshift clinics and aid stations stretched across its slopes, treating soldiers and civilians alike amid the chaos of conflict.
CGTN’s Yang Xinmeng recently journeyed to this remote pass and uncovered a story of global solidarity. International doctors and nurses arrived from every corner of the world to stand with China in its fight against fascism, bringing expertise, hope and compassion to the front lines.
These medical volunteers worked in silence, their courage often overshadowed by headlines of battles and political intrigue. Yet their efforts remind us that true peace is built not only by armies, but by those who risk their lives to heal others.
Today, aged barracks and overgrown footpaths stand as silent monuments to their sacrifice. Tuyunguan’s story is a testament to the power of shared humanity—a hidden chapter that still echoes across generations.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
