A six-episode documentary dedicated to commemorating the 70th anniversary of the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-1953) premieres on China's major TV broadcaster CCTV on Wednesday.

Titled "Heroic Sons and Daughters," the series recounts the history of Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) army entering the Democratic People's Republic of Korea during the war and its men's acts of valor. It also shows how the people throughout the country united to keep the motherland safe, highlighting their great spirit, according to the producer.

The documentary contains rare historical audio and visual materials from the war, to be broadcast for the first time, including the original recording of CPV commander-in-chief Peng Dehuai's work report on the war.

The series has been produced by China Media Group. One 52-minute episode will be aired daily starting from October 21. 

Also check out CGTN's special coverage on the 70th anniversary of the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea.

(Cover: A still from Chinese documentary "Heroic Sons and Daughters" to be premiered on October 21, 2020. /CCTV)