The Long March is a game for Android that aims to educate players about this historical event. The Long March is the name of the retreat of the Chinese Community Party's Red Army, who were escaping from the National Army of the Chinese Nationalist Party during the civil war in the early 20th century.

The game has three chapters, each with 11 parts, and you'll be taken to three different Long March settings. In the first chapter, you will control Erwa, a young boy searching for his brother whose village has been destroyed. He'll find help along the way...and come face to face with the horrors of war.

In terms of gameplay, The Long March is a side-scrolling point and click game. You will advance on screen and tap on elements on the map. You'll have to solve different puzzles, such as finding a bucket of water to put out a fire. But in general, The Long March is more focused on telling you its story than making things difficult for you. So, even if you're not so good at this kind of game, it won't be hard to advance.

If you're looking for a game with a historical angle to it, The Long March won't disappoint. Download the APK here.

Introduction

The Long March, also known as the Great Retreat, was a legendary military maneuver undertaken by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) during the Chinese Civil War. Led by Mao Zedong, the march covered over 6,000 miles (9,600 kilometers) and lasted for over a year, from October 1934 to October 1935.

Background

After the failure of the Autumn Harvest Uprising in 1927, the CCP established a series of rural base areas in southern China. However, the Nationalist Party (KMT) under Chiang Kai-shek launched several campaigns to suppress the communist forces. In October 1934, the KMT's Fifth Encirclement Campaign forced the CCP to abandon its base in Jiangxi Province.

The March

Faced with annihilation, Mao Zedong and his followers embarked on the Long March. The route they took was tortuous, passing through rugged mountains, treacherous rivers, and hostile territory. The communists faced constant attacks from KMT forces and suffered heavy casualties.

The march was divided into three phases:

1. From Jiangxi to Guizhou (October 1934 - January 1935): This was the most difficult phase, as the communists were pursued relentlessly by the KMT.

2. From Guizhou to Sichuan (January - June 1935): The communists crossed the Yangtze River and entered Sichuan Province, where they established a new base area.

3. From Sichuan to Shaanxi (June - October 1935): The communists crossed the Yellow River and reached Yan'an in Shaanxi Province, which became their new headquarters.

Consequences

The Long March had a profound impact on the Chinese Civil War and the CCP's rise to power:

* Military Significance: The march demonstrated the resilience and determination of the communist forces. It also allowed them to escape annihilation and preserve their military strength.

* Political Significance: The march solidified Mao Zedong's leadership of the CCP and established him as the undisputed leader of the Chinese communist movement.

* Social Significance: The march fostered a sense of unity and camaraderie among the communist troops. It also helped to spread the CCP's ideology and gain support from the Chinese peasantry.

Legacy

The Long March remains a defining event in Chinese history. It is considered a testament to the tenacity and determination of the CCP and a symbol of the party's triumph over adversity. The march has also become a source of inspiration for countless revolutionaries and social movements around the world.