CCP Central Military Commission Telegram Concerning Preparations to Counter a Potential Enemy Landing at Jinanpu (August 26, 1951) To Peng, with copy to Gao [1]: Our forces have decided not to launch any large-scale counteroffensive operations in September.
Meanwhile, there are reports indicating that the enemy may attempt a landing at Jinanpu.
Therefore, the 38th, 39th, and 40th Armies should remain in their current positions, intensify training, and prepare to repel any potential landing from the Jinanpu direction.
CCP Central Military Commission, August 26 Based on Mao Zedong’s manuscript.
Notes [1] Peng refers to Peng Dehuai, who at that time was Commander and Political Commissar of the Chinese People’s Volunteers.
Gao refers to Gao Gang, who at that time served as Commander and Political Commissar of the Northeast Military Region of the People’s Liberation Army.