Chicago Chinese Community Holds Wreath-Laying Ceremony Marking 160th Anniversary of Sun Yat-sen’s Birth
The Chicago Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association, together with local Chinese community and academic groups, held a wreath-laying ceremony on the morning of Sunday, November 8, at Sun Yat-sen Park on 24th Street in Chicago’s South Chinatown, marking the 160th anniversary of the birth of Dr. Sun Yat-sen. Chinese associations, community representatives and guests from across the Chicago area gathered for the solemn ceremony to express remembrance and respect.
Dr. Sun Yat-sen was born on November 12, 1866, making this year the 160th anniversary of his birth. The commemoration was initiated by the Chicago Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association, with many Chinese associations responding actively by ordering wreaths and expressing support; participating groups included community associations, hometown societies, clan organizations, business groups and other Chinese community institutions. In a solemn and warm atmosphere, attendees laid flowers to express their reverence and remembrance, using the occasion to honor history, cherish peace, and voice hopes for the prosperity of the Chinese nation and friendly people-to-people exchanges between China and the United States.
Chicago’s Chinese community has long held annual commemorations honoring Dr. Sun’s historical contributions, carrying forward Chinese culture and strengthening community bonds. Organizers said they will continue to promote Dr. Sun’s patriotic ideals and spirit of perseverance, and to foster unity and development in the Chinese community.
Source: China Journal
Published by GSM · USA (original Chinese edition)
Photo: 芝加哥侨界孙中山诞辰160周年献花典礼现场。（神州时报）
