The Long March 2 is a series of Chinese expendable launch vehicles developed by China Aerospace Corporation. It is designed to carry satellites and other payloads into low Earth orbit. The first rocket in this series was launched in 1975, marking a significant step in China's space exploration efforts. The Long March 2 family includes several variants, such as the Long March 2C and Long March 2D, each optimized for different missions. These rockets have successfully deployed numerous satellites for both civilian and military purposes, contributing to China's growing capabilities in space technology and satellite communications.