On September 24 local time, U.S. President Trump mentioned the Chinese word "Gung Ho" in his speech at the White House. This quickly attracted the attention of netizens.
The term “Gōhō” originated from the “Industrial Cooperatives” movement initiated by international friends and domestic democrats during the Anti-Japanese War. This term came into English usage mainly thanks to an American Marine Corps officer named Evans Carlson.
In 1938, Carson traveled to Yan'an as an observer and was deeply impressed by the guerrilla tactics of the Eighth Route Army, the democratic atmosphere, and the spirit of mutual assistance.
In February 1942, shortly after the Japanese army launched the Pacific War, Carlson was entrusted with the task of forming the Second Shock Battalion of the Marine Corps. This unit was organized based on the discipline and spirit of the Eighth Route Army, and "Kōhō" was used as its slogan, meaning “working together.” This was the Carlson Flying Shock Troop, also known as the “Kōhō Partnership.”
In August 1942, Carlson led a "work partnership" raid on Majin Island, achieving the first victory for the U.S. Marine Corps since the outbreak of the U.S.-Japan war.
It is noteworthy that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the Tokyo Trial. In another month, the United Nations will celebrate its 81st anniversary.
As important members of the World Anti-Fascist Alliance, China and the United States made great sacrifices during World War II. They made significant contributions to defending peace and played an important role in establishing the post-war international order.
