China's weaponized cargo ship: What we don't know

There's been no official comment from China, no declaration of operational status (demonstrator, proof-of-concept or otherwise), and no evidence that the ship has ever sailed the open waters in this configuration. Which is not all that different from the US in WWII, when private companies retooled to build everything from bombers and bullets to GPs and tanks. And if you're wondering what it says on the Chinese ship containers in bold, white letters: "Strive for the maritime revival of the Chinese nation and a community with a shared future for mankind in the ocean."

Author: Joe Salas

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