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Hardback. Zustand: New. A survey of Chinese naval operational history, Li's book focuses on the major battles and important engagements of more than 1,200 Chinese naval operations from 1949-2009, including the joint landing campaigns in the Taiwan Strait Crises, naval battles in the South China Sea, air defense against American pilots during Operation Rolling Thunder, and anti-piracy operations in Africa. His findings elucidate the origin of and changes of the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) by examining its adaptation, modernization, and setbacks in the past sixty years. Based upon newly available Chinese sources and personal interviews with retired generals, admirals, and PLA officers, the work offers Chinese perspective on the study of PLAN war fighting history. The untold operational stories of the Chinese captains, boatswains, sailors, gunners, and naval pilots provide a first-hand look at a naval officer and his crew during the Cold War and beyond. They also indicate important lessons learned by the naval leaders who faced the enemies during a period when the PLAN underwent a complex transformation.China's New Navy explains how the Chinese Navy's operational experience brought about its reform. The PLAN changed from a coastal defensive fleet in the 1950s, to a modern navy in the 2000s. It concludes that some early experiences are still relevant to Beijing's leaders as they consider specific strategic and operational challenges. Li redefines and adapts such strategic Cold War concepts as nuclear deterrence and local warfare to be meaningful in today's strategic context, one in which PLAN is ready to open fire first in a defensive offense against the other sea powers like the U.S. Navy. …

Hardback. Zustand: New. This timely biography explores Admiral Liu Huaqing's pivotal role in modernizing China's navy and shaping its maritime strategy, highlighting his influence on naval doctrine, technological advancements, and regional and global security.Admiral Liu Huaqing, often called the "father of the modern Chinese navy," revolutionized China's naval strategy and capabilities. Under his leadership, the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) transitioned from a coastal defense force to a blue-water navy capable of far-sea operations and nuclear deterrence.Liu championed a strong navy to protect China's maritime interests and trade routes. His vision drove advancements in nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers, shaping China's naval trajectory for decades, including the commissioning of its first aircraft carrier in 2011. Drawing on Western and Soviet naval theory, Liu crafted a doctrine of near-sea defense and far-sea protection, steering the PLAN's shift from coastal operations in the 1950s to global reach by the 2010s, forming the basis of China's current maritime posture.The roots of Liu's doctrine and reform policies stretch across half a century of sea battles, contested island landings, oceanic operations, shipbuilding, and technological development. These experiences continue to inform Chinese naval leadership today as they navigate ongoing challenges in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea. Liu's life and legacy deepen our understanding of China's maritime ascent and its consequences for Indo-Pacific security, serving as a vital resource for those seeking to understand, deter, or confront China's growing sea power.…

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Zustand: New. In English.

Hardback. Zustand: New. This timely biography explores Admiral Liu Huaqing's pivotal role in modernizing China's navy and shaping its maritime strategy, highlighting his influence on naval doctrine, technological advancements, and regional and global security.Admiral Liu Huaqing, often called the "father of the modern Chinese navy," revolutionized China's naval strategy and capabilities. Under his leadership, the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) transitioned from a coastal defense force to a blue-water navy capable of far-sea operations and nuclear deterrence.Liu championed a strong navy to protect China's maritime interests and trade routes. His vision drove advancements in nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers, shaping China's naval trajectory for decades, including the commissioning of its first aircraft carrier in 2011. Drawing on Western and Soviet naval theory, Liu crafted a doctrine of near-sea defense and far-sea protection, steering the PLAN's shift from coastal operations in the 1950s to global reach by the 2010s, forming the basis of China's current maritime posture.The roots of Liu's doctrine and reform policies stretch across half a century of sea battles, contested island landings, oceanic operations, shipbuilding, and technological development. These experiences continue to inform Chinese naval leadership today as they navigate ongoing challenges in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea. Liu's life and legacy deepen our understanding of China's maritime ascent and its consequences for Indo-Pacific security, serving as a vital resource for those seeking to understand, deter, or confront China's growing sea power.…

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardback. Zustand: New. A survey of Chinese naval operational history, Li's book focuses on the major battles and important engagements of more than 1,200 Chinese naval operations from 1949-2009, including the joint landing campaigns in the Taiwan Strait Crises, naval battles in the South China Sea, air defense against American pilots during Operation Rolling Thunder, and anti-piracy operations in Africa. His findings elucidate the origin of and changes of the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) by examining its adaptation, modernization, and setbacks in the past sixty years. Based upon newly available Chinese sources and personal interviews with retired generals, admirals, and PLA officers, the work offers Chinese perspective on the study of PLAN war fighting history. The untold operational stories of the Chinese captains, boatswains, sailors, gunners, and naval pilots provide a first-hand look at a naval officer and his crew during the Cold War and beyond. They also indicate important lessons learned by the naval leaders who faced the enemies during a period when the PLAN underwent a complex transformation.China's New Navy explains how the Chinese Navy's operational experience brought about its reform. The PLAN changed from a coastal defensive fleet in the 1950s, to a modern navy in the 2000s. It concludes that some early experiences are still relevant to Beijing's leaders as they consider specific strategic and operational challenges. Li redefines and adapts such strategic Cold War concepts as nuclear deterrence and local warfare to be meaningful in today's strategic context, one in which PLAN is ready to open fire first in a defensive offense against the other sea powers like the U.S. Navy. …

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New.

Zustand: New.

Hardback. Zustand: New. This timely biography explores Admiral Liu Huaqing's pivotal role in modernizing China's navy and shaping its maritime strategy, highlighting his influence on naval doctrine, technological advancements, and regional and global security.Admiral Liu Huaqing, often called the "father of the modern Chinese navy," revolutionized China's naval strategy and capabilities. Under his leadership, the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) transitioned from a coastal defense force to a blue-water navy capable of far-sea operations and nuclear deterrence.Liu championed a strong navy to protect China's maritime interests and trade routes. His vision drove advancements in nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers, shaping China's naval trajectory for decades, including the commissioning of its first aircraft carrier in 2011. Drawing on Western and Soviet naval theory, Liu crafted a doctrine of near-sea defense and far-sea protection, steering the PLAN's shift from coastal operations in the 1950s to global reach by the 2010s, forming the basis of China's current maritime posture.The roots of Liu's doctrine and reform policies stretch across half a century of sea battles, contested island landings, oceanic operations, shipbuilding, and technological development. These experiences continue to inform Chinese naval leadership today as they navigate ongoing challenges in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea. Liu's life and legacy deepen our understanding of China's maritime ascent and its consequences for Indo-Pacific security, serving as a vital resource for those seeking to understand, deter, or confront China's growing sea power.…

Hardback. Zustand: New. A survey of Chinese naval operational history, Li's book focuses on the major battles and important engagements of more than 1,200 Chinese naval operations from 1949-2009, including the joint landing campaigns in the Taiwan Strait Crises, naval battles in the South China Sea, air defense against American pilots during Operation Rolling Thunder, and anti-piracy operations in Africa. His findings elucidate the origin of and changes of the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) by examining its adaptation, modernization, and setbacks in the past sixty years. Based upon newly available Chinese sources and personal interviews with retired generals, admirals, and PLA officers, the work offers Chinese perspective on the study of PLAN war fighting history. The untold operational stories of the Chinese captains, boatswains, sailors, gunners, and naval pilots provide a first-hand look at a naval officer and his crew during the Cold War and beyond. They also indicate important lessons learned by the naval leaders who faced the enemies during a period when the PLAN underwent a complex transformation.China's New Navy explains how the Chinese Navy's operational experience brought about its reform. The PLAN changed from a coastal defensive fleet in the 1950s, to a modern navy in the 2000s. It concludes that some early experiences are still relevant to Beijing's leaders as they consider specific strategic and operational challenges. Li redefines and adapts such strategic Cold War concepts as nuclear deterrence and local warfare to be meaningful in today's strategic context, one in which PLAN is ready to open fire first in a defensive offense against the other sea powers like the U.S. Navy. …

Hardback. Zustand: New. A survey of Chinese naval operational history, Li's book focuses on the major battles and important engagements of more than 1,200 Chinese naval operations from 1949-2009, including the joint landing campaigns in the Taiwan Strait Crises, naval battles in the South China Sea, air defense against American pilots during Operation Rolling Thunder, and anti-piracy operations in Africa. His findings elucidate the origin of and changes of the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) by examining its adaptation, modernization, and setbacks in the past sixty years. Based upon newly available Chinese sources and personal interviews with retired generals, admirals, and PLA officers, the work offers Chinese perspective on the study of PLAN war fighting history. The untold operational stories of the Chinese captains, boatswains, sailors, gunners, and naval pilots provide a first-hand look at a naval officer and his crew during the Cold War and beyond. They also indicate important lessons learned by the naval leaders who faced the enemies during a period when the PLAN underwent a complex transformation.China's New Navy explains how the Chinese Navy's operational experience brought about its reform. The PLAN changed from a coastal defensive fleet in the 1950s, to a modern navy in the 2000s. It concludes that some early experiences are still relevant to Beijing's leaders as they consider specific strategic and operational challenges. Li redefines and adapts such strategic Cold War concepts as nuclear deterrence and local warfare to be meaningful in today's strategic context, one in which PLAN is ready to open fire first in a defensive offense against the other sea powers like the U.S. Navy. …

Hardback. Zustand: New. This timely biography explores Admiral Liu Huaqing's pivotal role in modernizing China's navy and shaping its maritime strategy, highlighting his influence on naval doctrine, technological advancements, and regional and global security.Admiral Liu Huaqing, often called the "father of the modern Chinese navy," revolutionized China's naval strategy and capabilities. Under his leadership, the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) transitioned from a coastal defense force to a blue-water navy capable of far-sea operations and nuclear deterrence.Liu championed a strong navy to protect China's maritime interests and trade routes. His vision drove advancements in nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers, shaping China's naval trajectory for decades, including the commissioning of its first aircraft carrier in 2011. Drawing on Western and Soviet naval theory, Liu crafted a doctrine of near-sea defense and far-sea protection, steering the PLAN's shift from coastal operations in the 1950s to global reach by the 2010s, forming the basis of China's current maritime posture.The roots of Liu's doctrine and reform policies stretch across half a century of sea battles, contested island landings, oceanic operations, shipbuilding, and technological development. These experiences continue to inform Chinese naval leadership today as they navigate ongoing challenges in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea. Liu's life and legacy deepen our understanding of China's maritime ascent and its consequences for Indo-Pacific security, serving as a vital resource for those seeking to understand, deter, or confront China's growing sea power.…

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Winner of the 2023 Chinese Historians in the United States Book Award A survey of Chinese naval operational history, Lis book focuses on the major battles and important engagements of more than 1,200 Chinese naval operations from 1949-2009, including the joint landing campaigns in the Taiwan Strait Crises, naval battles in the South China Sea, air defense against American pilots during Operation Rolling Thunder, and anti-piracy operations in Africa. His findings elucidate the origin of and changes of the Peoples Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) by examining its adaptation, modernization, and setbacks in the past sixty years. Based upon newly available Chinese sources and personal interviews with retired generals, admirals, and PLA officers, the work offers Chinese perspective on the study of PLAN war fighting history. The untold operational stories of the Chinese captains, boatswains, sailors, gunners, and naval pilots provide a first-hand look at a naval officer and his crew during the Cold War and beyond. They also indicate important lessons learned by the naval leaders who faced the enemies during a period when the PLAN underwent a complex transformation.Chinas New Navy explains how the Chinese Navys operational experience brought about its reform. The PLAN changed from a coastal defensive fleet in the 1950s, to a modern navy in the 2000s. It concludes that some early experiences are still relevant to Beijings leaders as they consider specific strategic and operational challenges. Li redefines and adapts such strategic Cold War concepts as nuclear deterrence and local warfare to be meaningful in todays strategic context, one in which PLAN is ready to open fire first in a defensive offense against the other sea powers like the U.S. Navy. A survey of Chinese naval operational history, this book focuses on the major battles and important engagements of more than 1,200 Chinese naval operations from 1949-2009, including the joint landing campaigns in the Taiwan Strait Crises, air defense against American pilots during Operation Rolling Thunder, and anti-piracy operations in Africa. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. This timely biography explores Admiral Liu Huaqings pivotal role in modernizing Chinas navy and shaping its maritime strategy, highlighting his influence on naval doctrine, technological advancements, and regional and global security.Admiral Liu Huaqing, often called the father of the modern Chinese navy, revolutionized Chinas naval strategy and capabilities. Under his leadership, the Peoples Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) transitioned from a coastal defense force to a blue-water navy capable of far-sea operations and nuclear deterrence.Liu championed a strong navy to protect Chinas maritime interests and trade routes. His vision drove advancements in nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers, shaping Chinas naval trajectory for decades, including the commissioning of its first aircraft carrier in 2011. Drawing on Western and Soviet naval theory, Liu crafted a doctrine of near-sea defense and far-sea protection, steering the PLANs shift from coastal operations in the 1950s to global reach by the 2010s, forming the basis of Chinas current maritime posture.The roots of Lius doctrine and reform policies stretch across half a century of sea battles, contested island landings, oceanic operations, shipbuilding, and technological development. These experiences continue to inform Chinese naval leadership today as they navigate ongoing challenges in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea. Lius life and legacy deepen our understanding of Chinas maritime ascent and its consequences for Indo-Pacific security, serving as a vital resource for those seeking to understand, deter, or confront Chinas growing sea power. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…