(October 25, 1954)
To all the workers and staff of State-owned Factory No. 247, under the Second Ministry of Machine-Building Industry:
Your report of August 12 has been received and read with appreciation. I extend my congratulations on your successful trial production of the first batch of 76-mm field guns. This constitutes an excellent start both for the establishment of our nation’s defense industry and for the strengthening of our national defense capabilities. It is my hope that you will continue to strive hard; under the guidance of Soviet experts, you should further master the relevant technologies and improve product quality, thereby ensuring the successful completion of the formal production tasks.
Mao Zedong
October 25, 1954