1st Edition
From Muskets To Missiles Politics And Professionalism In The Chinese Army, 1945-1981
By Harlan W. Jencks
Copyright 1982
349 Pages
by
Routledge
349 Pages
by
Routledge
349 Pages
by
Routledge
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This book examines the extent, nature, and political implications of professionalization in the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA). It provides a description and evaluation of the military, political, economic, and social context within which PLA officers have functioned since the civil war.
Also of Interest -- Foreword -- Preface -- Military Professionalism -- PLA Modernization and Professionalism -- Maoism -- Professionalism on Trial -- The Force Structure -- The Military Industrial System -- Personnel Management in the PLA -- Conclusion -- Organization and Equipment of Type “A” Units of the PLA -- PLA Ground Forces Weapons and Equipment in Service -- Main Force Deployment: 1980 -- PLA Air Force Equipment -- Missiles of the Second Artillery Command -- The PLA Navy and Its Equipment -- The Military Regions and Districts
Biography
Jencks, Harlan W.