Red flags, eagles and the east wind: how Mao inspired Chinese missile names

Source: China – South China Morning PostAs the West speculated about the capabilities of Chinese missiles seen at its huge military parade in Beijing this month, it was their names – inspired by the words of Mao Zedong – that drew attention in China.
The People’s Liberation Army revealed some of its newest weaponry during the September 3 parade that marked 80 years since the end of World War II.
Among the most talked about were the latest additions to the Dongfeng series of strategic missiles, with the land-based DF-61, DF-31BJ and…Read More

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