[MOBILIZATION DIVISION OF PEOPLE'S LIBERATION ARMY GENERAL STAFF DEPARTMENT].中國人民解放軍總參謀部動員部.

防空常識挂图.[Fang kong chang shi gua tu].[Chinese Propaganda Poster Set (Incomplete) - Air Defence Common Knowledge].

[北京].[Beijing]. No publication details. (circa 1970). Stock ID #158618

Coloured Chinese Air Defence broken run of 5 posters. Each poster in this small collection is numbered. The collection is made up of poster numbers 10, 11, 12, 13 and 16.

The posters are in secondhand condition. Two are poorer condition than the others as there is loss along a margin of each, although this loss does not affecting the images themselves. There is creasing and wear and tear particularly at edges and one poster is damp stained. There are some tape repairs on the reverse, one Text in Chinese. Poster sheets measure appoximately 54 x 77.5 cm.

Poster no. 10 shows 3 images which demonstrate the methods which could be used to fire at enemy aeroplanes. The images are accompanied by detailed instructions. The speed and size of the aeroplane, and the angle from which the shot is taken and the distance from the target are all taken into consideration. A chart in the centre gives details of how to prepare in advance for shooting an enemy aircraft. The chart gives details of how to calculate the plane's length taking into account its size and distance to make sure of an accurate shot.

Poster no. 11 shows 3 images which demonstrate methods to fire at enemy paratroopers, again with detailed instructions of how to do this. A chart in the centre gives details of how to prepare in advance for shooting an enemy aircraft. The chart gives details of how to calculate the plane's length taking into account its size and distance to make sure of an accurate shot.

Poster no. 12 depicts 5 images showing various anti-aircraft firing positions. They are: position for one person to lift and stabilise the rifle while the other person aims; position aided by fortification; position aided by tree branches; position aided by walls; and kneeling position.

Poster no. 13 includes 5 images showing two squads (rifle shooting squad and machine gun shooting squad) who are in charge of the anti-aircraft placement and the three main targeted aircraft (bomber, military cargo aircraft and helicopter) which these squads wish to shoot.

Poster no. 16 includes 6 images showing plans and the actions required to rescue, perform urgent repairs, and maintain law and order. Each with detailed instructions. It suggests: to report to the relevant government agency and evacuate nearby civilians unexploded bombs are discovered; during air strikes, lay down perimeters around shops to prevent from looting; to restore transportation by clearing roads immediately after air raids; to urgently repair damaged electric wires and water pipes; the major patrol sites: factories, shops, warehouses, dams, bridges and the power station, and to arrest suspects if necessary; to put out fire immediately and to make sure the safety of the civilians are the most important.

中國人民解放軍總參謀部動員部[Mobilization Division of People's Liberation Army General Staff Department] was first formed in 1954 and later joined with 中国人民解放军总参谋部军务部 [Military Division of People's Liberation Army General Staff Department] to form a joint division in 1969. The Division returned to its original name in 1975.

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