Jacquinot

Jacquinot refers primarily to the following:

• Henri Jacquinot (1893-1947): A French Jesuit priest who played a significant role in protecting Chinese civilians during the Second Sino-Japanese War, particularly during the Japanese occupation of Shanghai. He is most renowned for establishing the Jacquinot Zone (also known as the Shanghai Safety Zone) in 1937. This zone provided refuge for hundreds of thousands of Chinese people fleeing the conflict. The zone, while under constant threat, managed to avoid direct military attack for an extended period, saving countless lives. He later faced challenges from both the Japanese and the emerging Communist forces in China.

• Jacquinot Zone (Shanghai Safety Zone): A neutral zone established in Shanghai by Father Henri Jacquinot in 1937, with the tacit approval of the Chinese and Japanese authorities. This zone provided sanctuary to Chinese refugees during the Battle of Shanghai and the subsequent occupation. It was a remarkable humanitarian effort amidst a brutal war. The zone was eventually dismantled, but its legacy as a haven during wartime endures. The boundaries were carefully negotiated to avoid strategic military locations and sensitive foreign concessions.

The name "Jacquinot" is thus primarily associated with humanitarian efforts during wartime in Shanghai.