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Tengchong Statues -Stillwell & Chennault

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  Statue Statues of General Stillwell and MG Chennault.


The statues remember two key American figures who lead efforts in WW2 in China: 

Joseph Warren "Vinegar Joe" Stilwell (March 19, 1883 – October 12, 1946) was a United States Army general who served in the China Burma India Theater during World War II.

Claire Lee Chennault (September 6, 1890 – July 27, 1958)[2] was an American military aviator best known for his leadership of the "Flying Tigers" and the Chinese Air Force in World War II.

Monument Text:

 

Commemorates:

People:

Claire Lee Chennault

Frank Dow  Merrill

Joseph Warren Sr. Stilwell

Units:

14th Air Force

1st American Volunteer Group (Flying Tigers)

23rd Fighter Group

7th Infantry Division

Flying Tigers

Merrill's Marauders (5307th Composite Unit- Provisional)

United States Army

Wars:

WWII

Battles:

Burma Road

China India Burma Campaign (CBI)

Pacific Theater

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