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Rare 1956 footage shows Japanese war criminals weeping and confessing in court

Rare archival footage from China's 1956 trials of Japanese war criminals shows survivors recounting torture and killings, as the accused admitted their crimes and pleaded to be punished. One said, "All of this is true," while others expressed remorse. As August 15 marks the 81st anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in World War II, these rare images offer a glimpse into a chapter of history that remains deeply remembered. #Japan #JapanProvocation #history

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