Rape of Nanking

The Rape of Nanking, also known as the Nanjing Massacre, occurred during a six-week period starting in December 1937, when Japanese troops captured the Chinese city of Nanking (Nanjing) during the Second Sino-Japanese War. During this time, thousands of Chinese civilians and prisoners of war were murdered, and widespread atrocities such as mass rape, looting, and arson took place. The event is considered one of the most severe war atrocities of the 20th century, highlighting the brutal impact of wartime violence and the importance of historical acknowledgment and justice.