Historical Events tagged with "lin biao"

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Military & Warfare

Hundred Regiments Offensive Disrupts Japanese Occupation

August 20th, 1940 84 years ago

The Eighth Route Army launched the Hundred Regiments Offensive against Japanese forces in occupied northern China to disrupt their war infrastructure. The campaign commenced in late August 1940 and involved numerous coordinated attacks targeting railways, supply routes, and communication networks vital to Japanese logistics. The offensive marked a significant escalation in the Chinese resistance against Japanese expansion during World War II, showcasing the growing capabilities of the Eighth Route Army in guerrilla warfare and organized military action.

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