History Painting of World War II (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Zhu Shaohua Zhou Zhengshu
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Publishing Date: 2005-05-01
Features: The World War II history paintings depict the earth-shattering battlefields before the 1960s, a deeply unforgettable memory. This book, in a vivid and illustrative form, objectively and impartially portrays the rise and fall, grandeur, and majesty of the war scenes of that time, allowing readers to witness more directly the ambitions of the world-conquering dictator Hitler, the atrocities of the tyrannical Mussolini, and the ferocity of the war man Tojo Hideki. It also enables readers to appreciate the charm of politicians maneuvering in international affairs, the courage of military strategists facing overwhelming challenges, and the indomitable spirit of soldiers. At the same time, it validates the eternal truth that evil cannot prevail over good and inspires reflection on war and peace.
This is a battlefield sealed for 60 years, where a deeply unforgettable memory lies hidden. Perhaps you have never seen the smoky haze, yet it can pierce through time and space to your eyes; perhaps you have never heard the thunderous explosions, yet they can cross centuries to your soul; perhaps you have never felt the brutality of the battle, yet it can seep into your body to your thoughts. This was World War II, which took place from 1939 to 1945, a war imposed upon humanity by fascism and brought profound disasters. World War II was a great showdown between justice and evil. For the fascist countries of Germany, Italy, and Japan, which launched aggressive wars, it was a plunder of the world and a devastation of humanity; for the anti-fascist countries, it was a struggle for survival and peace. In his speech on February 9, 1946, Stalin pointed out: "The anti-Axis World War II was different from the previous one; it was inherently a war against fascism and a liberation war, with one of its tasks being to restore democracy and freedom."
We must not forget the past to learn from it for the future. World War II left humanity profound lessons. To preserve historical memory, we have compiled this series of books to help people think, explore, and seek solutions to a crucial issue in contemporary life—war and peace.
During the writing process, the authors of this series referred to a large amount of primary sources, refining and filtering them to ensure the works have strong historical value. It can take you back to the dark and turbulent era, allowing you to witness the ambitions of the world-conquering dictator Hitler, the face of the tyrannical Mussolini, and the ferocity of the war man Tojo Hideki; it can take you back to the passionate and fiery years, allowing you to appreciate the charm of politicians maneuvering in international affairs, the courage of military strategists facing overwhelming challenges, and the indomitable spirit of soldiers; it can take you back to the battlefield of blood and wind, allowing you to touch the emotions of life and death, experience the tragedy of bodies scattered across the land, feel the grief of ruined landscapes, and reflect on war and peace.
This series of books has distinct characteristics of its time. Set against the backdrop of the grandeur of World War II, it examines the changes of the era, depicts the rise and fall of the time, and narrates the joys and sorrows of the past. It evaluates figures and events clearly yet impartially, showing both the inevitable trajectory of events and the intertwining of factors. It meets the contemporary readers' need for objectivity and fairness. The series adopts a "white brush" style for the panoramic view of World War II, making its origins and developments clear and understandable; while for important events and figures, it employs the technique of "fine brushwork," making them vivid and detailed. The content is both engaging in storytelling and profound in rational reflection, complemented by a wealth of precious images, allowing readers to understand history, gain knowledge, enrich emotions, and strengthen their character in a harmonious blend of text and images.
This series of books has a strong military character. The battlefield is the realm where soldiers; soldiers are the rhythm of the battlefield. The authors of this series are all soldiers with over 20 years of military experience, having led troops, participated in live-fire exercises, and even fought in battles. Many have engaged in years of military theoretical research and published numerous works on military themes, giving them a unique advantage in writing about war. The authors can savor World War II with the sentiment of soldiers, perceive it with the perspective of soldiers, and interpret it with the thoughts of soldiers. Therefore, their portrayal of characters' psychology and behavior is more accurate, their use of military terminology is more precise, and the war scenes they present to readers are more realistic.
History has repeatedly proven that only a nation with a sense of crisis and the courage for self-criticism can thrive and develop. We love our country, our nation, and our peaceful lives deeply. However, in this unstable world where war has not yet been eliminated, we cannot afford to ignore history or war. We must learn from history, remain highly vigilant against the dangers of war, and, through our relentless efforts, create a peaceful environment for ourselves, our descendants, and humanity as a whole.