Mao Zedong's Military Strategy

Mao Zedong's military strategy, known as "people's war," emphasized guerrilla tactics, mobilizing the rural population, and leveraging local support against a stronger enemy. He believed in a protracted struggle, where small, flexible units engage in hit-and-run tactics, gradually wearing down the opponent. Mao focused on building a strong revolutionary base within the countryside, using political education to inspire and organize peasants. Central to his strategy was the idea that the revolution must be rooted in the masses, with military action integrated into broader social and political movements to foster unity and resilience against adversaries.