The People's Liberation Army (PLA) began as an all-volunteer force in 1947. In 1955, following the proclamation of the People's Republic of China, as part of an effort to modernize the PLA, the first Military Service Law created a system of compulsory military service.
The People's Liberation Army (PLA) began as an all-volunteer force in 1947. In 1955, following the proclamation of the People's Republic of China, as part of an effort to modernize the PLA, the first Military Service Law created a system of compulsory military service.
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