Highlights of the V-Day parade: Interactive Graph

Flying Tigers: Roar of the brave in China

Symbol behind numbers of V-Day parade

Symbol behind numbers of V-Day parade

Brothers-in-arms: Bonds of China and World in WWII

Marching by numbers: V-Day parade

12,000 troops, 500 pieces of more than 40 types of equipment, and nearly 200 aircraft of over 20 types will take part in the parade.

Military parade: Facts & figures

The average height of female guards was 1.78 meters, the military band included 1,000 musicians, and other interesting nuggets about the parade.

Foreign troops attend the V-Day parade

Foreign troops attend the V-Day parade

Guests of honor at the V-Day parade

Guests of honor at the V-Day parade

Dignitaries coming to parade from around the globe

Senior Chinese officials have confirmed that representatives of 49 countries and 30 foreign leaders will attend China's V-Day celebrations on Sept 3.