Martyrs live in our memories

While paying tribute to the historical facts of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the list will also grant China's youngsters new knowledge about China's spirit of perseverance that helped the nation survive.

Yang Dongliang, professor of history at Nankai University, Beijing News, Sept 2

The heroic deeds of these martyrs who gave their lives for the happiness of all, are fresh in our memory. By visiting the graves of martyrs, calling for the setting of a memorial date and propelling the publishing of a list of their names, Chinese citizens are demonstrating the common sense that is vital to maintaining society. That's of value to all Chinese people.