The Long March
Mao led his Red Army on a 9,000 km retreat across China
Lost 3/4ths of his army
Settle in the north (Shensi) where he forms the Yenan Soviet
CCP began to gain power due to their resistance of the Japanese
Kuomintang was more worried about fighting the CCP
Aspects of Gorrila Warfare
Act quickly for decisive conclusions to battle
Concentrate forces
Take advantage of enemies limitations (ie. Being a foreigner, having limited resources)
Ability to move quickly
Being Flexible
Using hit and run tactics
Use the locals for help
Lost 3/4ths of his army
Settle in the north (Shensi) where he forms the Yenan Soviet
CCP began to gain power due to their resistance of the Japanese
Kuomintang was more worried about fighting the CCP
Aspects of Gorrila Warfare
Act quickly for decisive conclusions to battle
Concentrate forces
Take advantage of enemies limitations (ie. Being a foreigner, having limited resources)
Ability to move quickly
Being Flexible
Using hit and run tactics
Use the locals for help