Among the founding generals of our army, there is a general with very old qualifications, the marshal calls him "old comrade-in-arms", and the former *** calls him "old squad leader", he is General Zhan Caifang who came out of Huang'an, Hubei.
Zhan Caifang, born in Huang'an County, Hubei, came to Wuhan Middle School to work at the age of 17 and was favored by the principal Dong Biwu. Dong Biwu sent him back to his hometown to form the peasant movement and the peasant Red Guards, and thus absorbed *** into the revolutionary ranks and became an "old squad leader".
After the defeat of the Great Revolution, the Party carried out the Jute Uprising under the leadership of Zhan Caifang. Zhan Caifang once served as the battalion commander of the rebel army, and later the army fought guerrilla warfare in Mulan Mountain, from which many founding fathers came out. When this unit was reorganized into the Red First Army, Zhan Caifang served as the political commissar of the regiment, formed a deep friendship with ***, and became an "old comrade-in-arms".
In the guerrilla war in Mulan Mountain, Zhan Caifang also absorbed the young *** and guided him to the revolution. Although ***'s military rank is higher than Zhan Caifang, every time he sees Zhan Caifang, he is respectful.
The fate with Xu Shiyou began with the Four Front Army. Xu Shiyou likes to drink, and once carried a wine bottle in violation of regulations in the Red Army unit, but was stopped by Zhan Caifang. This incident established a deep friendship between the two. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, Xu Shiyou served as the commander of the Nanjing Military Region, and every time he went to Beijing for a meeting, he had to become neighbors with Zhan Caifang, showing the deep friendship between the two.
Zhan Caifang is steady and wise, and admires Xu Shiyou's loyalty and bravery. Xu Shiyou is known for his love of guns, every time he sees ***, he doesn't bring a gun, and when he sees someone else, he must shoot with 300 bullets. Zhan Caifang deeply admired Xu Shiyou's straightforwardness and honesty.
In the 80s, it was decided to disarm a million people, and the leaders who took a back seat after disarmament were no longer equipped with guns. Zhan Caifang reprimanded Xu Shiyou for this, showing his adherence to principles. Zhan Caifang's kindness was also shown during the Long March, when he rescued the starving Red Army, including the later general You Taizhong.
In 1955, Zhan Caifang was awarded the rank of lieutenant general, attracting the salute of many Red Fourth Front Army. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, Zhan Caifang successively served as deputy commander of the Hunan Military Region, commander of the public security forces of the Central South Military Region, and deputy commander of the Guangzhou Military Region. He recommended *** work, showing his concern for his comrades.
In her later years, Zhan Caifang lived a dull life, eating only vegetarian dishes and eggs. In 1990, 83-year-old Zhan Caifang was hospitalized due to illness and was visited by many old comrades-in-arms, including Hong Xuezhi, Qin Jiwei, Chen Zaidao and others. In 1992, Zhan Caifang completed his legendary life at the age of 85.
General Zhan Caifang's life is full of legend and bravery, he is an outstanding general of the Chinese People's Liberation Army and one of the founding fathers of the early days of the founding of our country. From his revolutionary activities in Huang'an County, Hubei Province when he was young, to his important position in the Red Army, to his tenure as a senior commander in various military regions after the founding of the People's Republic of China, Zhan Caifang has shown extraordinary military talent and loyal revolutionary faith.
First of all, Zhan Caifang's early revolutionary experience shows his selfless dedication to the country and the people. At the age of 17, he left his hometown and came to work in Wuhan Middle School, laying the foundation for the revolutionary cause. In the Jute Uprising he led, he demonstrated strong revolutionary faith and outstanding leadership skills. As the regimental political commissar of the Red First Army, his deep friendship with *** also reflected the tacit understanding and unity between the revolutionaries at that time.
Secondly, the deep friendship between Zhan Caifang and Xu Shiyou is touching. In the Four Fronts, the two developed a deep friendship over an episode about wine. This friendship not only showed trust and support for each other on the battlefield, but also continued to develop in the years after the founding of the People's Republic of China. After Xu Shiyou became the commander of the Nanjing Military Region, he became neighbors with Zhan Caifang every time he went to Beijing for a meeting, showing the deep revolutionary feelings between them.
Zhan Caifang's character is also shown in a series of deeds. He expressed appreciation for Xu Shiyou's straightforwardness and frankness, and firmly adhered to his principle of the decision not to equip the troops with guns after they were disarmed. And during the Long March, his benevolent behavior towards the thin and tall Red Army is even more impressive. This kind of human concern and concern for his comrades-in-arms has earned him a high reputation in the army.
Finally, the life of General Zhan Caifang can be regarded as part of the history of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. During his life, he not only witnessed China's revolutionary struggle, but also made outstanding contributions to China's military cause in the early days of the founding of the People's Republic of China. His story inspires us, reminds us of that difficult but glorious era, and gives us a deeper understanding of the original intention and perseverance of revolutionaries.
In general, the deeds of General Zhan Caifang are a model for our people, and his loyalty, courage and belief in serving the people will always inspire us and guide the soldiers of the new era to work hard to achieve the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
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