Brothers in Arms: War of Resistance Activities of the East River Column in Shenzhen and Hong Kong

4.9.2024 - 2.7.2025

Jointly presented by Leisure and Cultural Services Department and Culture, Media, Tourism and Sports Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality
Jointly organised by Hong Kong Museum of the War of Resistance and Coastal Defence, Shenzhen Dongjiang Column Memorial Hall and Memorial Hall of Chinese Cultural Celebrity Rescue
In collaboration with Chinese Culture Promotion Office
Supported by Hong Kong Chronicle Institute

Thematic Exhibition Gallery
Hong Kong Museum of the War of Resistance and Coastal Defence

This exhibition provides an in-depth introduction to the resistance activities of the East River Column in both Shenzhen and Hong Kong, by showcasing precious artifacts, historical photographs, and oral history interviews, recounting the arduous years when these two blood-related brother areas stood together against foreign aggression. Under the leadership of the Communist Party of China, the East River Column of Guangdong People's Anti-Japanese Guerrilla Force was established during the war. The East River Column not only became a pillar of the resistance in South China but also made a significant contribution to the national victory in the war.

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Certificate of Commendation presented by the HKSAR Government to the Hong Kong and Kowloon Independent Brigade, 30 January 2007
Commemorative Badge for the 70th Anniversary of the Establishment of the East River Column
Cloth bag used by members of the Hong Kong and Kowloon Independent Brigade of the East River Column
Felt blanket used by members of the Hong Kong and Kowloon Independent Brigade of the East River Column
 
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