Events tagged with "naval visit"

Historical Events tagged with "naval visit"

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Military & Warfare

First US Naval Visit to China Since 1949

November 5th, 1986 38 years ago

The USS Rentz, USS Reeves, and USS Oldendorf made a significant visit to Qingdao, China, marking the first time since 1949 that U.S. naval vessels docked in the country. This historic event was aimed at improving military relations and promoting dialogue between the U.S. and China amid the Cold War tensions. The visit involved various ceremonies and exchanges, highlighting the shift in diplomatic relations between the two nations during the 1980s.