1937 Massacre

The 1937 Massacre, often linked to the violent repression during the Chinese Civil War and the Second Sino-Japanese War, involved the killing of thousands of civilians, prisoners, and perceived enemies, notably in areas like Nanjing. It is most famously associated with the Nanjing Massacre, where Japanese troops slaughtered an estimated 200,000 to 300,000 people over several weeks, implementing widespread atrocities including mass executions, sexual assault, and destruction. This event remains a grim reminder of wartime brutality and has significantly impacted historical memory and diplomatic relations between China and Japan.