The Issue of the 66th Army's Deployment to Korea
(October 24, 1950)

Comrade Gao Gang, and to inform Peng and Deng:

After the lead division of the 66th Army arrives at Andong, please have it advance immediately to secure the Sinuiju-Cholsan line (do not go to Xuanchuan for now). If the enemy attacks, block them and firmly hold this line in our hands. The main force of the army shall be stationed at Andong. Until the army establishes radio communication with Peng and Deng, please exercise command over it. The army should be immediately incorporated into the order of battle of the Volunteer Army. Please instruct them on the various procedures of the Volunteer Army.

Mao Zedong
October 24, 8:00