Epilogue: year thirty-two

Article Abstract:

This article summarizes the hardships endured by Chinese relocatees in ensuring benefits for the rest of the population as a result of the 1956 dam construction project. Individual suffering is compared and contrasted to overall gains in agriculture, electrical power and flood control.

Ethical aspects, Relocation (Housing)

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Year thirty (I): "It's time the problem was solved"

Article Abstract:

An agreement between the Chinese government and relocated citizens is chronicled, in which officials returned a portion of lands confiscated during a 1956 dam-building project. Topics include the worth of the lands due to state and military agricultural improvements.

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Year eight: losing the land

Article Abstract:

This article recounts the Chinese government's seizure of lands previously owned by citizens who were forced to relocate during a 1956 damming project. Topics include disputes between the government and military over land use and boundary disputes.

Agricultural policy, Regional planning

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