焦点访谈｜从洛川会议到百团大战 解码中国共产党如何成为抗战中流砥柱

Core Viewpoint - The article commemorates the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, highlighting the significance of the Lugou Bridge Incident and the subsequent national mobilization for resistance against Japanese imperialism [1][4]. Group 1: Historical Context - The Lugou Bridge Incident in 1937 marked the beginning of a full-scale war, with Japan's military superiority evident in its steel production of 5.8 million tons compared to China's 40,000 tons [1]. - The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) quickly called for national unity against the Japanese invasion, emphasizing the need for a united front [2][4]. Group 2: Key Meetings and Strategies - The Luochuan Conference in August 1937 was pivotal, where CCP leaders, including Mao Zedong and Zhou Enlai, determined that the war would be a protracted struggle and emphasized the importance of a comprehensive national resistance [4][6]. - The transformation of the Red Army into the Eighth Route Army under the National Revolutionary Army was a strategic move to unify forces against the Japanese [6][7]. Group 3: Military Engagements - The Eighth Route Army achieved significant victories, including the famous Battle of Pingxingguan, which shattered the myth of Japanese invincibility and boosted national morale [7][9]. - The Hundred Regiments Offensive in 1940 was a major campaign that inflicted heavy casualties on Japanese forces and disrupted their supply lines, marking a milestone in the anti-Japanese resistance [9][11]. Group 4: Impact and Legacy - The resistance efforts led by the CCP not only strengthened its position but also showcased the effectiveness of guerrilla warfare, contributing significantly to the overall anti-fascist efforts during World War II [11][17]. - The sacrifices made by Chinese soldiers and civilians during this period are commemorated as a testament to the resilience and determination of the Chinese people against foreign aggression [13][15].