IN Guizhou’s Zunyi City, visitors flocked to the Red Army Martyrs Cemetery, also known as “Red Army Mountain,” to honor those who perished during the Long March. The towering monument in the cemetery serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by senior Red Army leaders, alongside the graves of 16 unidentified martyrs and 29 veteran soldiers who gave their lives in Guizhou.
Similarly, in Guangxi’s Quanzhou County, people gathered at the Xiangjiang Battle Memorial Park to pay homage. The park’s central sculpture, “Soul of the Red Army,” stands as a testament to the fierce fighting that took place along the Xiangjiang River, a pivotal moment in the Red Army’s journey.
This year marks the 88th anniversary of the Red Army’s Long March, a defining military maneuver that shaped the course of the Chinese revolution. From October 1934 to October 1936, the Red Army covered 12,500 kilometers, overcoming insurmountable odds to establish a revolutionary base in northwest China.
The Battle of Xiangjiang, a key struggle during the Long March, was crucial to determining the Red Army’s future. Commemorative events and tributes across these sites underscore the enduring significance of the Long March in China’s revolutionary history.
The Red Army trekked through challenging terrain, repelling over 1 million enemy troops in the process. Their courage and perseverance are etched in the collective memory of the nation, with sites like “Red Army Mountain” and the Xiangjiang Memorial serving as places of reflection and tribute.
As China marks another year since the Long March, the country remembers the sacrifices and heroism of the Red Army soldiers who fought to ensure the future of the revolution. Through memorials and tributes, their legacy continues to inspire generations.
