When the Committee of 100 announced the death of Anna Chan Chennault -who died on March 30, 2018- Governor Shirley Young, who is one of the organization’s founders, said, “Anna Chennault was a true pioneer, as a courageous young woman helping the Flying Tigers during World War II and as a proud Chinese American working with Chinese and American leaders to build strong, positive relationships. We are grateful to have had her as a vibrant member of the Committee of 100.”
Anna Chan Chennault was the Chinese-born wife of the celebrated, legendary Gen. Claire Lee Chennault of World War II Flying Tigers fame. She was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award for International Cooperation by the Committee of 100 in 2005 at its annual conference.
My guest on Conversations is Dr. Catherine Forslund, chair of the Rockford University history department and official biographer of Anna Chan Chennault. Forslund is the author of Anna Chennault: Informal Diplomacy and Asian Relations. You can find a link on the Book Club section of MarvelsofChina.Blogspot.com, on Amazon and other book vendors.
Regarding Mrs. Chennault, the Washington Post quoted Dr. Forslund as saying, “She was somebody who interpreted China to Americans, government officials, business and the public to a certain extent. Plus, she interpreted the United States to all these Asian countries.”
Having the ear of American President’s regardless of party, Anna Chan Chennault became one of the most influential private citizens in Washington, D.C. She was and will be remembered for many accomplishments, especially her invaluable contributions to U.S.-China relations and diplomacy.
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