Army Quote by Mao Zedong
“The People's Liberation Army is always a fighting force. Even after countrywide victory, our army will remain a fighting force during the historical period in which classes have not been abolished in our country and the imperialist system still exists in the world. On this point, there should be no misunderstanding or wavering.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: People's Liberation Army doctrine, 1965
The army must stay combat-ready until class struggle ends and imperialism disappears.
In simple terms: Army stays fighting until class and imperialism end.
Key Takeaway
Maintain readiness until societal change.
Themes
politics
military
class struggle
Mood
serious
ideological
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- national defense
- political education
- social transformation
Key Concepts
revolutionary theory
imperialism
historical materialism
Questions to Reflect On
- When should an army transition to peace?
- How does class struggle affect military purpose?
A Different Perspective
Rigid militarism may hinder peacebuilding.
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