Blackboards and Bomb Shelters

Blackboards and Bomb SheltersExplore the captivating journey of three Yale graduates who ventured to China in the summer of 1941 to teach English amidst the perilous backdrop of war. This hardback edition, featuring 320 pages, delves into their remarkable experiences as they educated middle school students from a bomb shelter while air raid sirens echoed around them. As the war escalated and the US entered the fray, each teacher faced a unique path: one heroically drove supplies

Explore the captivating journey of three Yale graduates who ventured to China in the summer of 1941 to teach English amidst the perilous backdrop of war. This hardback edition, featuring 320 pages, delves into their remarkable experiences as they educated middle-school students from a bomb shelter while air raid sirens echoed around them. As the war escalated and the US entered the fray, each teacher faced a unique path: one heroically drove supplies along the dangerous Burma Road, another served under the legendary 'Flying Tigers' commander, Gen. Claire Lee Chennault, while a conscientious objector remained at their school to ensure its continuity. Their mission intertwined with the broader Yale-in-China medical initiative, unearthing a forgotten narrative of Americans in China dedicated to education, healing, and supporting Chinese resistance to Japanese imperialism. This book offers a profound insight into the untold stories of life in Free China during the Japanese occupation, reflecting resilience and commitment. Ideal for history enthusiasts and educators alike, this volume brings to light a significant chapter in wartime history, perfect for your library. Dimensions: 152 x 229 mm. Publication Date: 30-11-2021. Enjoy hassle-free shopping with combined shipping options. Smartfox NZ, located in Auckland, offers this title in stock, ensuring no unexpected import charges or customs duties for our customers.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 152 x 229 mm
Pages: 320
Bind: hardback
Author: James P Bevill Publisher: Schiffer Books
Publication Date: 30-11-2021

When three Yale graduates traveled to China in the summer of 1941 to teach English to middle-school students, they routinely taught classes outside a bomb shelter. When air raid sirens wailed, classes continued until the Japanese planes could be heard, then all quickly scrambled inside to safety. The US entry into the war turned their educational mission upside down. One was recruited for a stint driving supplies along the Burma Road. A second Yale teacher took a senior staff position with "Flying Tigers" commander Gen. Claire Lee Chennault. The third man, a conscientious objector, remained at the school to keep it running during the war. Their mission was inextricably linked with the broader Yale-in-China medical mission, headed by a young surgeon in Changsha. This is an engaging story of Americans in China, educating civilians, healing the wounded, and supporting Chinese military resistance against Japanese imperialism. It is the untold story of life on the ground in Free China during the Japanese occupation.

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