In the 4521st issue of the Shiyuan History Column, we review the history of the war years and focus on an outstanding general in the squadron - General Su Yu. In that war-torn era, Su Yu showed two outstanding humility spirits, which are remembered.
The first concession took place in the Central China Military Region. At that time, ** decided to appoint Su Yu as commander, but he insisted on serving as the deputy of his old boss Zhang Dingcheng. After the communication was fruitless, ** decided to respect Su Yu's choice. A few years later, he was transferred to Nakano and decided to make Su Yu the commander of the East China Field Army. Faced with his position again, Su Yu chose to be humble again, only accepting the "acting commander and acting political commissar", and resolutely not to replace **. This noble demeanor has become a good story in the army.
However, with the establishment of New China, Su Yu was unable to show humility again. In 1954, he was officially appointed chief of the general staff of the whole army, and became the chief of the central organ of the people's army. However, Su Yu did not aspire to this position, he was not interested in power, preferring to concentrate on military work. Su Yu is not strong in coordinating up and down and dealing with interpersonal relationships, and exposes problems in central work. At an enlarged meeting of the Military Commission in 1958, he was criticized by name for "extreme individualism" and was eventually removed from the post of chief of the General Staff.
This criticism formed a clear "sideline" wind direction at the venue, but there was one marshal who was not affected, and he always remained silent, that is, **. Mr. He doesn't like to engage in political struggles, and he has never liked to criticize others. However, at the meeting that criticized Su Yu, ** bowed his head and listened quietly and did not say a word. Mr. He's cherishing of talents and his fair attitude towards Su Yu protected him from criticism.
* Not a close friend of Su Yu, but his fairness and consideration of the long-term situation are still admirable. This history teaches us that in turbulent times, maintaining respect and fairness for talent is an important factor in maintaining unity.