Thank you to the tens of thousands of readers of the first volume of Forward, Forward! With the affection and encouragement of so many readers urging me to continue, I have finally picked up my pen again and completed the second volume of Forward, Forward. I hope these simple words can once more portray the authentic, hard-fought military life of an entire generation.
This is a story of veterans, written by a veteran, told in an unvarnished and authentic style that recreates the barracks life of years gone by. The green Type 65 uniform with two breast pockets and a pair of rubber-soled Liberation shoes remain the deepest and most unforgettable marks of that era in every veteran's heart.
In the barracks of those days, comrades called one another “comrade.” They cared nothing for gangster loyalty, only for revolutionary camaraderie. Unit meetings and heart-to-heart talks between officers and soldiers were everyday routines. Everyone was meticulous about keeping their quarters in order and writing pledges of commitment. Joining the Party and becoming an officer were the most modest yet steadfast aspirations of countless rank-and-file soldiers. Working in the fields, helping out in the mess hall, and running errands outside the camp were also daily duties.
On the battlefield, soldiers gripped Type 56 semi-automatic rifles and Type 56 assault rifles. On the roads through the camp, Liberation trucks and Beijing 212 jeeps kicked up clouds of dust, forming a military landscape unique to that era. With this story, I hope to recreate the real barracks and battlefield, and pay tribute to those turbulent years of passionate devotion and unwavering ideals.
It's okay, a bit like a battlefield diary. The details are very trivial, vivid, and realistic. The deputy commander surnamed Wei. Uh, insist on attacking the enemy's position in advance. Caused the death of more than 200 people. When I looked at it, I thought oh my God. This number scares me. He didn't do anything, and then he killed more than 200 people. I just think this book, this novel is bloody. But it seems very real, that's what it is.
It was so well written that I became curious about the author. In 1979, I went to university in Kunming. When I returned to school after the Spring Festival, the school organized us to prepare for war. Each department divided the work according to grade. Some were responsible for air defense and concealment, fire fighting, and health care. Our counselors were professional soldiers.
Bring it on. Take a look at wars that are different from the movies and TV dramas we have seen, human nature, the reasons why the people's army is strong, the fearlessness in the face of sacrifice and dedication, and the importance of professional military literacy are all here
I feel better than the first one.
An official comes here to stir up trouble, and talks on paper meet actual combat! There is never any shortage of behind-the-scenes plans, and one stone can break the gap between water and heaven.
It's so well written, so real and touching. I wish all mankind to want peace instead of war!
The description of the war is objective and true, and the characters are lifelike. It is worth watching.
A rare good book in Tomato 🍅
This is a military novel that truly reflects the theme of the Vietnam War. Very exciting. I sincerely recommend it to all readers. This is a wonderful military-themed novel that reflects the Vietnam Counterattack. Sincerely recommend it to all readers.
The content is detailed and the language is vivid! Aim high!