The future of China lay in the hands of the communist party. Much of the country lay in devastation and ruin. ... I think this was more a political war than any other. ... My brother died in this senseless war as well as my best friends brother. I never really understood what it was all about and after reading it I still do not understand what happened. ...

• Word Count: 938
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School