Iris Chang
Journalist and author of 'The Rape of Nanking'
A Chinese-American journalist and author, one of the most prominent works includes 'The Rape of Nanking', which details the atrocities committed during the Nanjing Massacre. Chang's writing focused on historical events and their implications, emphasizing the stories of victims and survivors. Apart from this acclaimed book, she also authored 'Thread of the Silkworm', a biography of a Chinese scientist and his experiences during political upheaval. As a speaker, she contributed to discussions on Asian-American identity and historical memory. Chang's work not only provided insight into lesser-known Pacific War history but also addressed themes of trauma and forgiveness in her narratives.
Wrote 'The Rape of Nanking'
Authored 'Thread of the Silkworm'
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March 28th, 1944 82 years ago
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August 5th, 1866 160 years ago
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