The Nanchang Uprising was a significant event in Chinese history that took place on August 1, 1927. It marked the beginning of armed resistance against the ruling Nationalist government by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The uprising aimed to establish a communist regime and was led by figures such as Zhou Enlai and He Long. Although the uprising was ultimately unsuccessful, it is considered a pivotal moment in the Chinese revolutionary movement. The Nanchang Uprising is often commemorated as the founding event of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). Following the uprising, the CCP shifted its strategy to guerrilla warfare and rural-based revolution. The date of the uprising, August 1, is now celebrated as Army Day in China, honoring the military's role in the country's history and development.