A great documentary,  now more important to watch...

I had seen this 5-part series on TV almost 20 years ago, and still remember much of it.

It provides a background to the Red Armed Forces of China, as well as some history (distant and recent as per the time of the filming).

The filmmaker had unprecedented access to each branch of their forces, revealing much about such a secret and mysterious (to the 'west') entity (much like North Korea still is).

With China today evolving into a contemporary super power, you can see how prescient the subject matter of the film was, and with China's financial rising, you can extrapolate how much more their armed forces must have evolved...

If only it were available for viewing today...

The documentary is a form of non-fiction storytelling that aims to present factual information, insights, and perspectives on real-world subjects, events, issues, or people. Documentaries can cover a wide range of topics, including history, science, culture, social issues, nature, biographies, and more.

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The history genre features recounting and analyzing past events, societies, cultures, and historical figures. This genre aims to provide insights into the development of civilizations, the causes and consequences of historical events, and the impact of individuals and ideas on the course of history.

The war genre features armed conflicts, both historical and fictional, and the experiences of individuals and groups involved in warfare. This genre explores the physical, emotional, and moral challenges faced by soldiers, civilians, and others affected by war.

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