Abstract: The impact of the Xiangxi geographical culture on Shen Congwen’s literary derives not only from the local natural conditions and folk customs,but also from the historical and cultural environment of the Republic of western Hunan.Shen Congwen’s creation of military works and the Xiangxi military culture are also closely linked.The three main characters of the ROC Xiangxi military culture (martial tradition,ranger tradition as well as the vagrant consciousness) are specifically exhibited in Shen Congwen’s works.Shen Congwen got his first acknowledged social identity (a soldier) by ROC Xiangxi military culture,then obtained a unique perspective on life,finally prompted his unique personal reflection on society and life.

Key words: Shen Congwen；Gan military culture, martial tradition, ranger tradition, vagrant consciousness