On February 7, 1972, China's Chinese New Year's Eve, the whole country was immersed in the atmosphere of New Year's celebration. However, fishermen in Guangdong's coastal cities are still busy on rough seas. They know that only when they catch enough fish can they sell them for a good price and let their families have a prosperous New Year.
On this day, as usual, they went out to sea together and sailed to the deep sea. When they arrived at the Qiongzhou Strait between Hainan Island and the Leizhou Peninsula in Guangdong, someone suddenly spotted a suspicious merchant ship. The merchant ship had a shallow waterline and apparently did not carry a large amount of cargo. The fishermen on the boat were immediately alarmed, and they realized that there might be something wrong with the boat.
So, they cautiously approached the merchant ship. When they approached, they were surprised to find that the tail of the merchant ship was actually dragging a huge "huge object". This "giant" is pitch black and huge, looking like a huge "big black fish".
The fishermen's hearts were filled with doubts and horrors, and they did not know what this "giant" was. Some speculate that it could be a submarine, while others speculate that it could be a wrecked ship. However, no matter how much they guessed, they could not solve the mystery.
Eventually, the fishermen realized the seriousness of the situation and decided to call the police. Lao Li, an experienced fisherman, elaborated on the situation he encountered. After listening to Lao Li's description, the public security officers also felt that this matter was not trivial, and they realized that this might involve *** problems.
In order not to startle the snake, the public security officers decided to quietly conduct reconnaissance. They dispatched an elite coast guard force to conduct a rigorous search of the area. After some twists and turns, they finally found the trace of the "big black fish".
After a preliminary investigation, the results showed that it was actually a nuclear submarine of the United States! This nuclear submarine also carries numerous anti-ship missiles, which pose a serious threat to the defense security of our country.
The Haikou Municipal Public Security Bureau knows that this is not just an ordinary maritime incident, but a major event involving ***. As a result, they immediately reported the news layer by layer, and finally reached the headquarters of the South China Sea Military Region.
After receiving the news, the entire command of the South China Sea Military District fell into a tense atmosphere. The top of the military district realized that this could be a serious provocation to the sovereignty of the country, and they had to act immediately. So, a paper order was quickly transmitted to the destroyer.
With the roar of the engines, the destroyer fleet rushed out and headed for the sea at full speed. Every officer and soldier on board the ship is well aware that they are shouldering not only the heavy responsibility of carrying out their tasks, but also the sacred mission of defending the dignity and sovereignty of the country.
However, to everyone's surprise, when the destroyer fleet arrived in that area, the US nuclear submarine did not turn around and leave as expected, but became more arrogant and sailed straight towards the west entrance of the Qiongzhou Strait.
With regard to the abnormal behavior of the US nuclear submarines, the military region did not take rash action, but deliberated and deliberated.
In the conference room, the senior generals of the military region sat around with solemn faces. They know the weight of the news and the unpredictable consequences of any decision. After a long silence, the commander of the military district finally broke the deadlock: "I think we should first report to ** and listen to the chairman's opinion." ”
So, an urgent telegram was sent to **. Soon after, **'s reply reached the South China Sea Military District. After hearing the news, he did not show the slightest panic or fear. On the contrary, his face was beaming with joy, the corners of his mouth were raised, and his eyes flashed with determination. He calmly took a puff of his cigarette and said, "They don't want to go, so don't let it go!" ”
As a result, the Chairman made a decisive decision. He ordered the South China Sea Military Region to move quickly, sending an elite fleet to the Qiongzhou Strait to closely monitor the east and west entrances and exits. This operation was to demonstrate the firm determination and strength of our country, and at the same time to send a clear warning to a certain country.
After receiving the order, the South China Sea Military District quickly organized a powerful fleet. This fleet includes the latest missile destroyers, frigates, and submarines, all of which are advanced equipment independently developed and manufactured by China. The commander of this fleet is an experienced and wise general, who has achieved excellent results in many military exercises.
Before the departure of the fleet, the chairman particularly stressed that the military exercise should be carried out in strict accordance with the plan. The shells should be fired directly into the sea, but it is necessary to make sure that they do not accidentally blow up the US nuclear submarine. This is to demonstrate China's military technology and strategic wisdom, and at the same time, it is also to maintain regional peace and stability.
At that time, it was on the eve of Nixon's visit to China, and the international situation was complicated. With regard to the nuclear submarines of the US military, we cannot take drastic actions. Because this is not only related to the direction of Sino-US relations, but also has a direct impact on Nixon's plan to visit China. Efforts to reconcile between China and the United States have not come easily, and if they are not handled properly, years of efforts will be in vain.
** decision-making is full of wisdom and strategy. He knows very well that the US military's nuclear submarines can neither be too tough nor too weak. A hard-line attitude could trigger a counterattack by the U.S. military, or even lead to war; Being too weak will make the United States look down on China and affect its international status.
Therefore, the chairman's decision can be described as "just right", which not only puts a certain amount of pressure on the US military to make it aware of China's determination and strength; In addition, direct conflict has been avoided and communication and dialogue with the United States have been maintained.
After receiving the chairman's order, the South China Sea Military Region attached great importance to it and decided to send the 73rd and 74th submarine hunting groups to carry out anti-submarine training tasks. These two brigades are responsible for the west and east entrances of the Qiongzhou Strait, respectively, and closely monitor the movements in this sea area.
After receiving the task, the 73rd Submarine Hunting Group quickly launched an operation. They weaved and walked across the sea, like farmers in a field, carefully plowing every corner. Each submarine has its own search area, and they work closely together to ensure that no clues are missed.
At the same time, the 74th anti-submarine group did not let its guard down. They also carried out search tasks on the sea, forming a corner with the 73rd Brigade to jointly guard the entrance to the Qiongzhou Strait.
In the course of their missions, the submarines of both teams will also fire several small artillery shells from time to time. This kind of live firing is not only a warning to the US nuclear submarine, but also exerts pressure on it so that it will not dare to act rashly. At this time, the US nuclear submarine has become a "turtle in an urn".
The U.S. military spent several days on pins and needles in the submarine on the bottom of the sea. The air inside the submarine was like dusty air that had been breathed repeatedly, dirty and dreary. Everyone's heart hung in their throats, watching as the air quality index continued to drop while the oxygen inside the submarine could not be replenished. Despite the abundance of food and water, the feeling of not being able to breathe is anxiety-inducing.
At the end of the seven-day exercise, the US military has been pushed to the limit by this boundless darkness and oppression. They begin to get upset and are unable to think calmly. At this time, China's top decision-makers have developed a new set of plans - "luring the snake out of the hole".
At the end of the exercise, our army suddenly announced a pause. Subsequently, an order was quickly transmitted to all submarines, requiring them to immediately anchor at the west entrance of the Qiongzhou Strait. This sudden change felt a little unusual, but it soon proved to be a clever move.
The Qiongzhou Strait is wide and deep, making it an ideal place for naval exercises. When our submarines quietly assembled at the west entrance, the whole sea area appeared unusually calm. At the same time, the direction of the east exit was empty, as if opening the door for the escape of American troops.
The U.S. military was not blind, and they quickly sensed that something was wrong. When they saw through the porthole of the submarine that our submarines were densely moored at the west entrance, they immediately understood our intentions. Without hesitation, they started the nuclear submarine and headed at full speed in the direction of the East Exit.
On the calm sea, the US nuclear submarine had just been activated, and Shen Youde, the sonar squad leader of the No. 280 submarine hunting squad of the 74th Brigade of China's submarine hunting force, keenly caught its movements. With his ears on the sonar equipment, he listened to the sound of the waves, and through sophisticated sonic analysis, he accurately judged the submarine's whereabouts.
Shen Youde is an experienced sonar soldier whose judgment, reaction speed, and professional skills are top-notch. He is well aware of his heavy responsibility, and every discovery is related to the security of the country. Therefore, he did not hesitate to report his findings to Captain Luo Guangcheng.
Luo Guangcheng is a calm and decisive captain, and after he heard Shen Youde's report, he immediately activated the emergency plan. All the members of the submarine hunting team entered the combat state, their eyes were firm, their operations were skillful, and everything was going on in a tense and orderly manner.
The news quickly reached the command center of the South China Sea Fleet, and the commanders looked serious and knew the importance of the matter. They quickly reported the situation to **, passed it on layer by layer, and the news reached the Supreme Commander's case like lightning.
After hearing the report, the *** at that time thought carefully and gave an order: "Only track, don't attack." These are a few short words, but they contain deep strategic considerations. In a complex international situation, it is necessary to safeguard the dignity and security of the country while maintaining calmness and restraint in diplomacy.
Shen Youde and his comrades-in-arms followed the submarine closely as ordered. When the US nuclear submarine sailed out of the Qiongzhou Strait, it quietly dived into the vast open sea like a deep-sea monster. However, the voyage of the nuclear submarine was not all smooth sailing. As time went on, the air inside became cloudy and it became more and more difficult for the crew to breathe. For the safety of the crew, the nuclear submarine had to surface for ventilation.
When our submarine hunters saw the US nuclear submarine floating in front of them, they were all shocked by the huge body of this "behemoth." The nuclear submarine was even larger than they had imagined, its shell smooth and hard, giving off a cold, metallic sheen. The submarine hunters couldn't help but marvel at the power and sophistication of this mechanical marvel.
According to historical records, the nuclear submarine used by the US military at that time was the Lafayette class, which was the most sophisticated nuclear submarine in the world at that time, with a displacement of more than 8,000 tons. In stark contrast, China's small hunting submarines are only 400 tons, and the disparity in size and strength makes people see the huge gap at a glance. When China's submariners saw the US nuclear submarine for the first time, their surprise was beyond words, and it was a deep shock and helplessness.
However, the times are advancing, and China's research and development in submarine technology has never stopped. Today, China's submarine technology has made great progress, and its strength and influence are comparable to those of the world powers, the United States and Russia. All this progress was not achieved overnight, but stemmed from the hard work of countless scientific researchers and the firm support of the state.
Recalling that scene, we can't help but feel emotional. The once weak and helpless is a thing of the past, and now our country is at the forefront of the world's submarine technology. This is not only a technological leap, but also an increase in national strength and national pride.