China in Revolution

The majority of Chinese citizens before the communist takeover

The majority of Chinese citizens led completely different lives prior to the communist takeover of the country. Numerous hereditary landlord dynasties, tribes, and warlords divided the country. For resources and influence, the parties engaged in conflict. Women were treated like property and excluded from educational settings. Under the guise of domestic servitude, many people were sold into slavery. The war described in the documentary China Revolution changed the nation and helped the communist party seize control.

Civil wars in China: Communism versus Capitalism

The civil wars in China between communist and capitalist forces make up the first set of hostilities shown in the video. Each team is striving to defeat the other so as to impose their desired opinions over the nation. However, in the background, there are some influential nations that back each side. The west favors the capitalistic group while the Soviet Union favors communism.

Japanese invasion and its impact

Later on, as the nation is engaged in the internal struggle, Japan invaded China. At that time, Japan was well-equipped in warfare and combat. The atrocities this foreign force inflicted on the locals were so severe that China appeared helpless. China was so desperate that it opened up the waters of the Yellow River to cause floods. This step was to slow the Japanese; however, it is the locals who suffered greatly since they were not informed in advance.

The untold suffering of women

The documentary brings to light the untold suffering that the women underwent. It is shocking to see Japan inflict so much pain on the local Chinese people, killing women and children without a second thought.

Mao Zedong’s leadership and the attainment of peace

In the end, however, calm is restored. Under the leadership of Mao Zedong, the communist party assumes power. The nation finally achieves peace and harmony. From this point, the country embarked on a transformation that propelled it to its current position in the globe.