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Last Updated: Monday, 17 October 2005, 08:46 GMT 09:46 UK
China space success: Lawman Chen
I got up very early today to watch the broadcasting of the landing. The most exciting moment came when the spacecraft landed successfully.

I couldn't describe how I felt about the success because it was beyond any description. I believe that many Chinese people had the same feeling at that moment.

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Name: Lawman Chen
Age: 29
Lives: Xiamen
Works: Lawyer

The project not just carried the spacecraft into outer space, but also carried many Chinese people's expectations, dreams and glory. It is an unforgettable and historical moment in China's history.

Looking back to ancient times, China once made a lot of contribution to the world's science and technology development. For example, the "Four Great Inventions of Ancient China" of compass, gunpowder, papermaking and printing, played an important role in the process of civilization of the modern world.

However, in the 19th century, China lagged behind in scientific revolution and subsequently became the victim of invasion by world powers.

The painful recent history of China rouses the sense of responsibility of Chinese people to build up a developed and advanced nation.

After dozens of years' efforts by Chinese people, the world has witnessed the waking-up of the sleeping dragon. The manned space project is a symbol of these efforts. It shows China's capacity to develop cutting-edge technologies. It shows Chinese people's intelligence and diligence.

The success of this project will undoubtedly encourage Chinese people to study harder, work harder and research harder to make more and more miracles. Looking into the future, I expect the coming of another greater success - Chinese landing on the moon.




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