Core Viewpoint - The article commemorates the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, highlighting the pivotal role of the Chinese Communist Party and the Eighth Route Army in the struggle against Japanese forces [2][17]. Group 1 - In 1940, during a strategic stalemate in the Anti-Japanese War, the Japanese military intensified its "cage policy" against the anti-Japanese bases, prompting the Eighth Route Army to launch the Hundred Regiments Offensive [3][17]. - The Zheng-Tai Railway, a crucial transportation route connecting Pinghan and Tongpu railways, became a key target for the Eighth Route Army's operations [4][15]. - The offensive received enthusiastic responses from the anti-Japanese military and civilians along the railway, who actively participated in the combat preparations [4][12]. Group 2 - The Japanese relied on the railway for troop and supply transport, making the Zheng-Tai Railway their "lifeline" [5]. - After completing combat missions, soldiers collaborated with local militias and civilians to dismantle railway tracks, which could be repurposed for steel production to create weapons [12][14]. - The extensive destruction of the Zheng-Tai Railway, including tracks, bridges, tunnels, and stations, effectively paralyzed this critical supply line for the Japanese forces [15].

Core Viewpoint - The articles commemorate General Zuo Quan, a prominent figure in the Chinese resistance against Japanese invasion, highlighting his contributions and sacrifices for the nation during the war [1][17]. Group 1: Early Life and Military Career - Zuo Quan was born in 1905 in Hunan Province and joined the Chinese Communist Party in 1925 after studying at the Whampoa Military Academy [3]. - He played a crucial role in the Eighth Route Army during the Second Sino-Japanese War, serving as deputy chief of staff and later as chief of staff [3]. Group 2: Contributions to Military Strategy - Zuo Quan authored over 40 military works, including "On Tactical Issues" and "On Persisting in the Anti-Japanese War in North China," which provided strategic insights for guerrilla warfare [5]. - His strategies included ambush and raid tactics, effectively serving as a combat manual for troops [5]. Group 3: Development of Military Infrastructure - Under Zuo Quan's leadership, the Eighth Route Army established a repair shop in 1938, which evolved from producing a few rifles monthly to equipping an entire new battalion [7]. - He was instrumental in the construction of a large-scale munitions factory in Huangyadong, which became a vital resource for the army [9]. Group 4: Major Battles and Legacy - Zuo Quan played a significant role in the "Hundred Regiments Offensive" in 1940, which successfully countered Japanese strategies and solidified the anti-Japanese base in North China [11]. - He was killed in action in 1942 at the age of 37, leaving a lasting legacy as a national hero and martyr [17]. - In 1942, the county of Liao was renamed Zuo Quan County in his honor, reflecting his enduring impact on Chinese history [19].