When Brothers Fight Chinese Eyewitness Accounts of the SinoSoviet Border Battles 1969 Asia@War Series №48 The Sino-Soviet border conflicts of 1969 were a series of brutal and bloody battles fought between China and the Soviet Union along their shared border in the Far East region. The conflict was sparked by a dispute over the ownership of several disputed territories, including the Ussuri Kray and the Primorye region. The fighting lasted for several months and resulted in significant loss of life on both sides. This book provides a detailed account of the battles from the perspective of Chinese eyewitnesses, offering a unique insight into the events that shaped the history of the region. The book begins with an introduction to the historical context of the conflict, providing readers with a clear understanding of the political tensions between China and the Soviet Union at the time. It then delves into the details of the battles themselves, describing the tactics and strategies employed by both sides and the devastating effects of modern weaponry on the battlefield. The author draws on a wealth of primary sources, including interviews with veterans and survivors of the battles, to provide a vivid and personal account of the conflict. One of the most striking aspects of the book is the way it highlights the human cost of war. The author does not shy away from describing the brutal realities of combat, including the use of napalm and other weapons that caused immense suffering and death.

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