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In an unexpected twist, a Chinese history enthusiast stumbled upon a trove of classified documents at a local recycling center, purchasing them for a mere 6 yuan ($0.83). Believing the documents to be intriguing historical texts, he quickly realized they were far more than that, as they were clearly marked with ‘secret’ and ‘confidential’ warnings.

The documents, originating from a nearby military unit, were supposed to be destroyed. However, the two soldiers responsible for their disposal decided instead to sell them, packaging the sensitive materials along with other books to earn a modest 20 yuan ($2.75).

While the breach did not lead to significant consequences, the soldiers faced reprimands for their “weak sense of confidentiality.” The Chinese Ministry of State seized the opportunity to widely publicize the incident on social media, aiming to raise awareness about the importance of adhering to anti-espionage laws and not, as some might jokingly suggest, to highlight the bargain prices for state secrets.