Fighting Between the Yangtze, Huai, Yellow, and Han Rivers: An Anthology of Recollections of the New Fourth Army's War Effort Against Japan

Author: Nanjing Military Region Political Research and Compilation Office
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Publishing Date: 2005-07-01
Features: On the eve of the 60th anniversary of the victory in the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, we compiled and published this book, aiming to faithfully record the battle journey of the New Fourth Army, honor the martyrs, recreate history, and further promote the spirit of patriotism and revolutionary heroism. It also serves to publicize the fine traditions of the People's Army—enduring hardships, striving together, facing difficulties without fear, and remaining infinitely loyal to the Party and the people. Additionally, it educates and inspires contemporary military personnel to cherish peace, remember their mission, and answer the historical tasks of "winning battles while maintaining quality." At the same time, it provides readers with more materials to understand and study the battle journey of the New Fourth Army.
The battle stories or campaigns selected in the book are set against the backdrop of the Anti-Japanese War, faithfully recreating and describing scenes of blood and fire. They are vivid, intense, and deeply immersive, filled with a strong sense of patriotism and revolutionary heroism. The New Fourth Army's advances into enemy territory—such as the Battle of Jiangjiahe, which crushed the arrogance of the Japanese forces and inspired the enthusiasm of the people in the rear areas, boosting the confidence of New Fourth Army commanders and soldiers in continuing the rear-area resistance; the Battle of Weigang, which caught the enemy by surprise and achieved significant victories; the burning of the Hongqiao Airport, a daring move that had a far-reaching impact; the Battle of Huangqiao, where a victory was achieved with 7,000 soldiers against 70,000, playing a decisive role in developing the Anti-Japanese War situation in northern Jiangsu; and others like the thrilling Battle of Banataji for Self-Defense, the tragic Battle of Tangma, the fierce Battle of Liu Laozhuang, the arduous counter-"scorched-earth" campaign in Dawu Mountain, the smoke of gunfire on the city walls of Suining, and the sound of gunfire on Dàyushan Island, etc.—all demonstrate the New Fourth Army soldiers' fearless and indomitable spirit, their willingness to fight and struggle. They also showcase the superb command skills of the New Fourth Army leaders and the great unity and cohesion of the Huazhong people in their joint Anti-Japanese War efforts.