Dwarkanath Kotnis
Indian doctor in China during WWII (1910–1942) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Dwarakanath Shantaram Kotnis (10 October 1910 in India – 9 December 1942), also known by his Chinese name Ke Dihua (Chinese: 柯棣华; pinyin: Kē Dìhuá), was one of the five Indian physicians dispatched to China to provide medical assistance during the Second Sino-Japanese War in 1938. Known for his dedication and perseverance, he has been regarded as an example for Sino-Indian friendship and collaboration.
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Dr.Dwarakanath Kotnis | |
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Born | 10 October 1910 Solapur , Bombay Presidency, British India |
Died | 9 December 1942(1942-12-09) (aged 32) China |
Alma mater | University of Bombay |
Occupation | Physician |
Spouse | Guo Qinglan |
Children | Yinhua (1942–1967) |
Parent | Shantaram Kotnis |
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Along with the Canadian Dr. Norman Bethune, he continues to be revered every year by the Chinese people during the Qingming Festival, a day used by the Chinese to commemorate the martyrs.[1]