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Qian Xuesen—An Example for Scientific and Technological Circles to Learn From

General Equipment Headquarters of PLA of China,Beijing 100034, China

Received: 2001-11-07 Revised: 2001-12-25 Available online: 2002-02-20

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Abstract

Qian Xuesen´s life-time is reviewed in this article and his excellent character and behaviour that are benefited from good family breeding and school education are highly praised. His brilliant talent and plentiful attainments after receiving his training under Theodore von Kármán in the United States are introduced. The article describes, with host of facts that are rarely known, Qian´s unrelenting struggle for returning homeland and the contributions he made with all his heart to China´s space undertaking after he returned to China. Finally, the article reveals Qian´s lofty ideological level and virtuous character towards money, honour and position.

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