"中国在近代史上有两次崛起的机会都丧失掉了。一次是民国时期的黄金十年,被中日战争打断了;"------this was so true. It was said at the time Japanese considered if they didn't invade China immediately, once China had developed quickly, they would not have a chance any more.
Gosh, always be highly alert with this country, always!