TV Series
★6(1 votes)
19891 Season5 EpisodesEndedThe Great Wall of Iron
Documentary
Much of the world first became aware of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army in the tragedy of Tiananmen Square in June 1989. However, only weeks before, filming had been completed on an extraordinary examination of China’s military machine. Boasting unprecedented access to all areas of the People’s Liberation Army, this five-hour documentary reveals with unerring insight and exceptional clarity the enigma which is the modern Chinese army.
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Season 1
5 EpisodesIn 1989, the Chinese government agreed to allow an Australian production company to make a TV series about the People’s Liberation Army.
EP 01
01.The Blood Reg Flag
45m
1989-01-10
01.The Blood Reg Flag
45m
Aired 1989-01-10
First episode of a a five part television series examining China's People's Liberation Army.
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EP 02
02.The People's Army
45m
1989-10-08
02.The People's Army
45m
Aired 1989-10-08
Second episode of a five part television series in five parts examining China's People's Liberation Army.
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EP 03
03.The Middle Ages with Missiles
45m
1989-10-15
03.The Middle Ages with Missiles
45m
Aired 1989-10-15
Third episode of a a five part television series examining China's People's Liberation Army.
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EP 04
04.Better Expert Than Red
45m
1989-10-22
04.Better Expert Than Red
45m
Aired 1989-10-22
Fourth episode of a five part television series in five parts examining China's People's Liberation Army.
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EP 05
05.The Making of 'The Great Iron Wall'
45m
1989-10-29
05.The Making of 'The Great Iron Wall'
45m
Aired 1989-10-29
Fifth episode of a five part television series in five parts examining China's People's Liberation Army.
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