Historical Events tagged with "long march"
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China Successfully Launches Dong Fang Hong I Satellite
On April 24, 1970, China achieved a significant milestone in its space program by successfully launching its first satellite, Dong Fang Hong I. The launch marked China's entry into the realm of space exploration, making it the fifth country to send an object into orbit using its own rocket. The satellite was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Inner Mongolia and transmitted music of the Chinese national anthem. This event represented a remarkable achievement for China's technological capabilities and ambition in the Cold War context.
Continue ReadingEnd of the Long March by CCP Forces
The Long March, a pivotal military maneuver by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) during the Chinese Civil War, reached its conclusion as troops arrived at their destination. This strategic retreat, lasting over a year, was undertaken in response to the relentless pursuit of the Nationalist forces led by Chiang Kai-shek. The march began in October of the previous year, covering more than 6,000 miles across treacherous terrain and significantly impacting the CCP's prominence in Chinese politics.
Continue ReadingChinese Communists Initiate Long March
In an effort to escape encirclement by the Nationalist forces, the Chinese Communist Party began the Long March from the Jiangxi Soviet. Led by figures like Mao Zedong, the march involved a strategic retreat covering thousands of miles. The journey was marked by extreme hardships, including treacherous terrain and dwindling supplies, as the Red Army sought to evade capture. This significant military maneuver ultimately resulted in an historic reorganization of the Communist Party's leadership and strategies.
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