A tribute to the Chinese People’s Liberation Army that defends the nation, 1958

The PLA always has been a favored subject in propaganda posters. This can be partly explained because the Army itself was a prolific poster producer. When looking at the posters as they have been produced over the years, we can see how the organization saw itself, both as a fighting force and as part of the People’s Republic as it was taking shape.

We do not tolerate violations of our national air space, 1958

Forcefully beat back the bandits in space, 1958

Be always prepared to strike at the aggressors, 1958

Brave airborne troops, 1958