Schwarzman Scholars at Tsinghua University Visit Chongqing Stilwell Museum

        11月14日，清华大学苏世民书院20余名学者到访重庆史迪威博物馆。学者们来自中国、美国、法国、德国、新西兰、越南等6个国家，重庆是他们开展中国社会调查的其中一站。
        On November 14, over 20 Schwarzman Scholars at Tsinghua University visited the Chongqing Stilwell Museum. These scholars come from six countries: China, the United States, France, Germany, New Zealand, and Vietnam. Chongqing was among the locations chosen for their survey of Chinese society.

▲清华大学苏世民书院学者参访重庆史迪威博物馆 / The Schwarzman Scholars at Tsinghua University visited the Chongqing Stilwell Museum.
        清华大学苏世民书院于2015年10月正式成立，项目自创建伊始即得到全球各界领导者的关注和支持，2013年、2016年中国国家主席习近平和时任美国总统奥巴马两次专门致信祝贺。项目每年在全球招收至多200名学生在苏世民书院进行硕士课程学习，旨在培养具有跨文化全球领导力的青年人才。
        The Schwarzman College at Tsinghua University was officially founded in October 2015, drawing attention and support from global leaders since its inception. Chinese President Xi Jinping and former U.S. President Barack Obama sent letters of congratulations in 2013 and 2016. Each year, the program admits up to 200 students worldwide for a master’s program designed to foster young leaders with global and cross-cultural competencies.

▲观看史迪威将军学习中文的卡片和书籍 / The scholars visited the flashcards and books used by General Stilwell to learn Chinese.
        学者们一踏入博物馆，就被里面的陈列吸引。从展现二战时期中美联合抗击法西斯的历史图片，到史迪威将军的个人物品、书信等珍贵文物，学者们驻足细看，聆听讲解，并交流讨论。参观后，学者们还观看了《史迪威与中缅印战区》和《传承五代的情谊》纪录片。
        Upon entering the museum, the scholars were immediately captivated by the exhibits. From historical photos of China-U.S. cooperation against fascism during World War II to treasured collections such as General Stilwell’s personal items and letters, the group took time to view, listen, and discuss. Following the tour, they viewed documentaries Stilwell and the CBI and Friendship Transcending Five Generations.
        据书院领队教师介绍，在参观之前，大部分学者对史迪威将军不太了解。通过讲解员生动的英文讲解、丰富的图片实物和珍贵的影像资料，学者们深入了解了史迪威将军的生平，特别是他对中国传统文化、中国人民的热爱之情和他同中国人民共同抗战的光辉历史，以及在那段波澜壮阔的历史背景下中美两国人民结下的深厚友谊。一位学者说：“在重庆，有这样一座以外国军人名字命名的博物馆，战争的历史与城市的发展变迁在此交融。这是一次极为难得的参观体验。”另一位学者表示，希望今后能为推进中美友好事业贡献自己的一份力量。
        According to the group leader, most scholars knew little about General Stilwell before the visit. Through lively English commentary, numerous photos and physical items, and precious video footage, they gained a deeper understanding of his life, especially his love for traditional Chinese culture and Chinese people, the shared history of fighting alongside Chinese during the war, and the profound friendship between China and the U.S. forged during those turbulent years. One scholar remarked, “It’s unique to find a museum in Chongqing named after a foreign military officer. This place brings together war history and the city’s evolving story—an unforgettable visit.” Another Chinese scholar shared after the visit that they hope to play a part in fostering U.S.-China friendship in the future.

▲讲解员为学者们讲解罗斯福总统《致重庆市民纪念状》/ The museum staff explained the Letter from President Roosevelt to the People of Chongqing.
        此次走访重庆实地调研是苏世民书院《中国社会实践》必修课的其中一站，目的在于更好地帮助学者认识中国社会、理解中国文化，使他们能更深刻地理解中国践行人类命运共同体、推动共建 “一带一路” 的意义，促进国际精英与中国人民的相互理解。
        This field visit to Chongqing is part of the Schwarzman College’s required China Social Practice course, aiming to deepen their knowledge of Chinese society and culture, better understand China’s commitment to building a community of shared future for mankind, advancing the “Belt and Road” Initiative, and fostering mutual understanding between international elites and the Chinese people.