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As China and the US prepare for important talks about their future, some are reflecting on a time when the two sides worked together to change the course of history.

During World War II, the Flying Tigers, a group of 99 American pilots and some 200 support personnel, defended the Chinese people against Japanese warplanes.

CGTN's correspondent Mark Niu has more on how the squadron left behind a lasting legacy.

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WWII's Flying Tigers: The legacy of US pilots who fought for China