China hosted what it says was its "biggest" military parade for Victory Day on Wednesday, showcasing the country's growing military power while commemorating Japan's surrender at the end of World War II.

More than two dozen world leaders were expected to attend the parade as China displayed some of its newest and most advanced weapons. Rehearsals have been underway for weeks, and security in the sprawling Chinese capital of Beijing has been extra tight.

Here's what to know about China's military parade.

When is China's military parade?

The parade took place on Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 9 a.m. local time (9 p.m. EST), according to state news agency Xinhua . The parade was held in central Beijing in Tiananmen Square, proceeding down Chang'an Avenue, which translates to "Eternal Peac

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