China’s Submarine Fleet Turns 70: A Milestone in Naval Power 🚢

China’s Navy established its submarine corps on June 19, 1954. <br /><br />Just 3 years prior a group of 293 soldiers and officers from diverse military branches had gathered at China’s Tiger Tail Peninsula in Lyushun Port to discuss and study the technology. <br /><br />Today this fleet takes part in international security exercises around the world and helps China’s navy secure trade routes for international commerce. <br /><br />In 16 years, 150 vessels & 35,000 Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy personnel have helped escort more than 7,200 local & international vessels. <br /><br />#China #navy #submarine #ocean #army #armedforces