On June 17, 1967, a loud bang in the depths of the Lop Nur Desert shook the world. China's successful test of the first hydrogen bomb not only announced that the Chinese people have since stood up, but also shocked the world with its incredible speed. It is said that at that time, the French ** Charles de Gaulle was furious when he heard the news, which was undoubtedly because the speed of China's research on the hydrogen bomb was too amazing.
From the success of the first atomic bomb in 1964 to the successful test explosion of the hydrogen bomb in 1967, China only took more than 2 years. In comparison, it took 7 years and 3 months for the United States, 4 years and 7 months for the United Kingdom, and 4 years for the Soviet Union. At that time, China was still a poor and weak country, how did such a speed be achieved?
All this stems from China's firm determination and concerted efforts in the development of nuclear power. As early as 1945, after the atomic bomb of Hiroshima**, China's top leaders were already aware of the importance of nuclear weapons. However, due to the domestic situation at that time, the research on nuclear weapons could only be put on hold for the time being. It was not until the early 1950s, in the face of external nuclear threats and nuclear blackmail, that China began to make friends with the Soviet Union, hoping to receive its nuclear technical assistance. However, with the deterioration of Sino-Soviet relations, the Soviet Union withdrew nuclear technical assistance to China, which forced China to embark on the path of independent development of nuclear weapons.
In 1955, China created its own nuclear industrial base and began the difficult road of nuclear development. In the days that followed, from scientists to ordinary officers and soldiers, to every sage who contributed to nuclear research, they all overcame many difficulties and made great efforts. This spirit of unity is one of the important reasons why China was able to develop a hydrogen bomb in a short period of time.
In the process of developing the atomic bomb, China has already started research on the hydrogen bomb. This forward-looking layout enabled China to quickly switch to the development of the hydrogen bomb after the success of the atomic bomb. It is this kind of advance planning and continuous efforts that enabled China to complete the test explosion of the hydrogen bomb in just over two years, which shocked the world.
Behind the success is the dedication and sacrifice of countless people. In the process of development, many scientists and engineers gave up their own research directions for the needs of the country and devoted themselves to the development of hydrogen bombs. They faced tremendous pressure and difficulties, but they always stuck to their posts and made great contributions to the country's nuclear cause.
It is worth mentioning that shortly after the successful test explosion of China's hydrogen bomb, France successfully launched its first hydrogen bomb. This fact undoubtedly proves China's strength and determination in nuclear development. At the same time, it also shows that China has always firmly followed the path of independent innovation in the face of external pressure and challenges.
Behind the success of China's hydrogen bomb test explosion is the efforts and dedication of countless people, as well as the country's firm determination and continuous investment in the nuclear cause. This feat not only demonstrates China's strength and wisdom, but also wins China's respect and status on the international stage.