"The Red Army was the main reason why the communists won the civil war

        Other factors to the communist victory include the support of the peasants. Mao gained this support by being kinder to the peasants than his opponent Chiang Kai Shek. Mao taught the peasants how to defend themselves and fight off enemies. He didn’t impose taxes and his army was made to be polite and courteous. The peasants support allowed Mao’s men somewhere to stay and also meant that Chiang’s army was lost and on its own.

        Another reason for the communist victory is Chiangs lack of leadership skills. He allowed his army to become corrupt and lead them with no clear aims. He made poor military decisions in the war as well. For example when first trying to defend against the communists he over extended his troops in the north allowing the communists to attack the cities.

        The Red army was a vital part to the civil war winning many battles, however I feel that other reasons were just as important. For example the Peasants support. Without it the army wouldn’t have known directions etc and therefore wouldn’t have even made it to the battles.

Peter Hillyard 10P