"Red Sun", an epic novel, is a magnificent triumphant song of the Liberation War written by Wu Qiang with affection and respect based on his personal experience. As a creator who is both a warrior and a literati, Wu Qiang uses his unique perspective and deep emotions to translate his personal testimonies on the battlefield into words, making them eternal historical memories.
The novel is set in the East China Battlefield in 1947 and focuses on the three key battles of the Central China Field Army (actually the East China Field Army) in Shandong - the Battle of Lianshui, the Battle of Laiwu, and the Battle of Menglianggu. These three battles not only left a strong mark in military history, but also became an important turning point in China's modern history. With his delicate brushstrokes and grand narrative techniques, Wu Qiang reproduces the baptism of blood and fire on the battlefield, showing the heroism and strategic wisdom of the people's army.
The Battle of Lianshui was the first large-scale confrontation between the East China Field Army and the elite troops of the Kuomintang. The Battle of Laiwu was a beautiful siege of the city, and the East China Field Army won more with less, creating a brilliant result of capturing a large number of high-ranking generals of the enemy. The Battle of Menglianggu was a decisive turning point, as the East China Field Army completely annihilated the Kuomintang 74th Division in one fell swoop, dealt a heavy blow to the enemy's morale, and accelerated the victory process of the Liberation War.
Wu Qiang not only depicts the cruelty and heroism of war in "Red Sun", but also digs deep into the inner world of the characters, from ordinary soldiers to senior generals, each character is endowed with distinct personalities and rich emotions. Through the panoramic depiction of war, the novel shows the heroic spirit of the vast number of commanders and fighters and the selfless support of the people, and also reflects the test and tempering of human nature caused by war.
Through the work "Red Sun", Wu Qiang not only recorded history, but also interpreted the meaning of war in a literary way, so that future generations can touch the pulse of that era through words and feel the faith and sacrifice of the people of that era. It is not only a documentary of military history, but also a hymn to faith, courage and sacrifice, inspiring generations of readers to think about the preciousness of peace and the difficulty of revolutionary victory.