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There are more than 200 red army schools in China, where children in military uniforms receive 'patriotic education'
Monday, February 13, 2017 7:02
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In 2008, it was designated a “Red Army primary school” — funded by China's “red nobility” of revolution-era Communist commanders and their families – one of many such institutions that have been established across the country.
Such schools are an extreme example of the “patriotic education” which China's ruling Communist party promotes to boost its legitimacy — but which critics condemn as little more than brainwashing.
“The Red Army spirit is a real asset for children. It teaches them to be hardworking and thrifty from a young age,” said school manager Mu Chunyong, who oversees the 136 pupils in first through fourth grades …. https://www.yahoo.com
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