The Battle of Pingjin was a significant military conflict during the Chinese Civil War, occurring from November 1948 to January 1949. It involved the forces of the People's Liberation Army (PLA), led by the Communist Party of China, and the Nationalist Army, representing the Kuomintang (KMT). The battle aimed to capture the strategic city of Beijing and surrounding areas, ultimately leading to the PLA's victory. The battle was marked by intense fighting and strategic maneuvers, resulting in the encirclement of KMT forces. The successful outcome for the PLA contributed to the eventual establishment of the People's Republic of China in October 1949, significantly altering the political landscape of the country.