Peace bell struck for Nanjing Massacre victims

The Memorial Hall for Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders organized a bell-striking ceremony to pray for peace in the New Year.

At 8:30 am on Monday, the national anthem was played, and in the midst of everyone's attention, the five-star red flag slowly rose in the state memorial square of the Memorial Hall for Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.

The first 12 visitors who entered the museum rang the Peace Bell 13 times, symbolizing the commemoration of the National Memorial Day on December 13th.

“Peace is very precious. Peace is won through sacrifice and resistance. Therefore, I believe that the Peace Bell is very meaningful, not only for the people of Nanjing, but also for the people of the whole country and humanity,” said Zhou Hao, a visitor to the Memorial Hall for Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.

The visitors from all over the country began to visit the museum and lay flowers. Two volunteers read the Diaries of John Rabe and the Diaries of Minnie Vautrin, allowing the visitors to more vividly experience history, remember peace, and draw strength for progress through first-hand materials.

“Joining in volunteer service at the Memorial Hall on New Year's Day has been my consistent commitment for the past six years. We have been steadfast in our volunteer journey and have brought a new kind of prayer to our audience and friends. Together, we express our love for peace at the Memorial Hall,” said Fu Yunsheng, a Zijin Grass volunteer of the Memorial Hall of the Victims of Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.