# Lianyungang

Island Sentinels: Life, Logistics and Loyalty on China’s Yellow Sea Outposts

China’s small Yellow Sea islands are kept under continuous human watch by militia and other personnel who endure difficult living conditions and logistical strains. The experience of Jiang Quan—extended rotations, a prolonged power outage, and family sacrifices—illustrates both the symbolic and practical dimensions of Beijing’s coastal presence.