The Long March in China is called Chángzhēng (長征 in Traditional Chinese and 长征 in Simplified Chinese).
This historic military retreat was undertaken by the Red Army of the Communist Party of China. The term "Long March" itself is a direct translation of its Chinese name, highlighting the immense distance and endurance involved in this pivotal event in Chinese history.
Chinese Terminology for the Long March
The name for the Long March is presented in two primary forms of Chinese characters:
| Type of Chinese | Character | Pinyin (Pronunciation) |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional | 長征 | Chángzhēng |
| Simplified | 长征 | Chángzhēng |
Both Traditional and Simplified Chinese characters convey the same meaning, with "長" (Cháng) meaning "long" and "征" (Zhēng) meaning "march" or "expedition." This term encapsulates the arduous journey that redefined the course of the Chinese Communist Revolution.
