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:
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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