The construction of the underground Great Wall was stopped
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Text: Fifty years ago, more than 60,000 soldiers and civilians disappeared into the mountains for the sake of national defense construction, and they lost contact with their loved ones, and even in the end they did not know what they were building.
At the same time, Bai Tao, a small town in Fuling, Chongqing, disappeared from the map. However, it was not long before a stunning "Underground Great Wall" was unveiled here.
Why was the atomic bomb project ordered to be stopped? 17 years later declassified reasons, it turned out to be so.
China's successful first atomic bomb, although it brought panic to all countries, also made China the fifth country in the world to have a nuclear weapon, showing China's strength that cannot be underestimated.
However, the United States and other Western countries have expressed opposition to China's nuclear research and development on the grounds of the Partial Nuclear Test-Ban Treaty, and have tried to unite other countries to restrict China.
In the face of this situation, China swore to the world that China's original intention in developing nuclear weapons was to protect itself and would never be the first to use nuclear weapons. But the chairman and *** did not compromise because of this, and they firmly stated that they would continue to promote the research and development of nuclear **.
On June 17, 1967, China successfully launched the first hydrogen bomb, demonstrating to the world China's determination to persist in developing nuclear weapons. In the same year, a secret project began, codenamed"Project 816"。
In simple terms,"Project 816"It aims to establish a nuclear fuel production base to provide experiments and materials for China's nuclear research. However, due to the fact that China's economy had just recovered at that time, and the national defense construction was not yet perfect, despite the excitement of the atomic bomb**, we still lacked our own combat readiness warehouses and experimental bases.
In order to protect the economic lifeline of China's coastal and southwest regions"Project 816"It came into being and was approved by *** in 1966 to become China's second nuclear material production base.
Despite international dissatisfaction with China when we decided to develop our first atomic bomb, and even the United States openly threatened to blow up China's nuclear research laboratory, we did not give up.
We are determined to follow our own path and develop our own nuclear technology just like the foolish man moving mountains. "Project 816"It is our foolish father who moves mountains, and it is also a sign that we show the world our firm determination.
How to secretly build a second production base of nuclear materials is crucial. ** and experts in various fields visited the site selection, and finally selected Baitao Town, Fuling District, Chongqing as the second nuclear industrial base in New China.
A man-made "underground Great Wall" is about to be built here. Baitao Town is hidden in the mountains, only a towering chimney can be seen, you won't think that there is a secret ** base of a big country hidden here.
All thanks to the wisdom of our experts. Chongqing is also known as the "fog capital", plus the Jinzi Mountain, where the nuclear base is located, the mountains are high and densely forested, and only a patch of green can be seen from the sky.
There is also the 150-meter-high chimney, which emits water vapor and claims to be a chemical plant.
With smoke and dense jungle, this is a great place to hide. Moreover, the geographical conditions near the Wujiang River have strengthened the production of nuclear materials, and the water of the Wujiang River is like a bloodline, deeply penetrating into the minds of site selection experts.
In 1967, all the residents of Baitao Town moved out, and the entire Baitao area became a military base. Even, on the new map, the name Bai Tao disappeared with it.
In order to keep the construction secret, it was announced that a state-owned chemical plant would be built here, and outsiders were forbidden to enter. In addition, all the officers and men, scientists, and technicians who came to take part in this magnificent "battle" signed a confidentiality agreement, and they were not allowed to leave the country at will after arriving here, and their families were not allowed to visit them.
Just like when they entered Lop Nur to build the atomic bomb base, some people did not know what their job was until the end. However, in a word, countless scientific researchers have devoted themselves to the construction of the revolution without regret.
When more than 60,000 soldiers and civilians saw the towering mountain for the first time, they were incredulous when they heard the project leader's plan to hollow it out. You must know that the construction of infrastructure in our country in the 60s is still in its infancy, and this arduous task can only be completed by relying on iron determination and paying the price of countless sweat and blood.
During the construction process, many people paid with their lives. The biggest risk of the project of hollowing out the mountain is collapse. Once a collapse occurs, all previous efforts will be in vain, and even the creation of **people**.
Yin Baozi, from Henan, was the leader of the construction squad at the time, and once while digging a passage, he and two of his comrades-in-arms encountered a crack in the wall. At the critical moment, the experienced Yin Baozi immediately pushed his two comrades-in-arms away, but he was hit on the head by the suddenly collapsed gravel and died in the line of duty, dedicating his life to the party he loved.
The young Feng Fujin, who had only been in the army for more than two years, devoted himself to the construction of the "816 Project". His wing serves as a communicator, and his work usually involves driving cars and flat avenues.
However, in the 816 Project, he could only hike back and forth up and down the mountain, sometimes dozens of times a day. Feng Fujin worked conscientiously and responsibly, and adhered to the belief of the people's army. As a squad leader, he not only has to complete his work tasks, but also cares about the emotions of his comrades.
At base 816, homesickness is the reason why most of the comrades cannot sleep. Whenever this happens, Feng Fujin pulls them into a chat to ease his homesickness, even though he himself is from as far away as Luliang, Shanxi.
During a rescue operation, Feng Fujin was unfortunately hit by a falling boulder, and by the time his comrades came to the rescue, he had passed away forever. According to statistics, during the entire construction of the "816 Project", more than 70 officers and soldiers sacrificed their lives, and they guarded the future of the motherland here with their blood.
60,000 people spent more than 6,000 days and nights in the 816 project, devoting themselves wholeheartedly to the construction, devoting all their strength to chiseling one meter downward, widening one meter of the road, and testing tens of millions of times with an accuracy of only a few tenths of a tenth.
However, in 1984, ** suddenly ordered to stop the work and never rebuild. The personnel of the base were all distressed, but the soldiers' orders were obeyed, and they reluctantly withdrew from here, and the 816 Project base was sealed in this way.
History has witnessed this event, and now we decipher the truth. The key to the long-term prosperity and development of mankind lies in being able to adapt to the context of the times and make the right choices. ”
The original intention of the construction of the "816 Project" was to improve national defense strength and ensure the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the United States on January 1, 1979, this situation changed.
After an in-depth analysis of the international situation, it was concluded that the world would remain peaceful in the coming decades. Therefore, the key task facing us is to develop a socialist economy.
In this context, in 1978, the national policy of reform and opening up was proposed, and the whole of China began to carry out socialist economic construction. The total amount of funds invested in the "816 Project" exceeded one-third of the state finance at that time.
At the dawn of a new era, we must seize the opportunity to keep up with the pace of the times. In addition, the "816 Project" gathers elite talents from various industries.
In the past 17 years, countless talents have worked in obscurity in this mountain. If these powerful forces are placed in prominent positions, the value they can create will be immeasurable.
In the seventies and eighties, information-based warfare became the dominant force on the battlefield, and various countries began to strengthen satellite research to achieve precise positioning and indiscriminate strikes. With the development of information technology, the launch methods and manufacturing of nuclear ** have also become diversified, including underwater submarine launches, aerial aircraft launches, and land missile vehicle mobile launches.
These mobile, fast, all-weather, and multi-angle nuclear strike modes have become the main force of modern warfare. For example, at the National Day military parade in recent years, we have been able to see a splendid display of the "Dongfeng" series of nuclear missiles, which can be launched with only one launch group, thus realizing the precision of informationized warfare and the race against time.
Taking into account the needs of modern warfare, the task of continuing the construction of Project 816 was decisively stopped.
From the refining of raw materials to the progress of refining technology,"Project 816"The role has shifted. Deng Gong's farsightedness and resolute policy decision provided an opportunity for China's modernization drive.
Nowadays, we don't need it anymore"Project 816"In order to shoulder the task of national defense construction, it is still necessary to remain vigilant and be prepared for danger in times of peace. "Project 816"The reopening gives us a glimpse into the nuclear landscape of the last century.
Along the Wujiang River in Chongqing, there is a mysterious underground project - the site of Project 816. Known as the "world's first artificial cave", the site spans more than 20 kilometers, and all the buildings are completed within the mountain, as if a mountain has been hollowed out.
The total floor area is more than 1040,000 square meters, crisscrossed by the interior, it's easy to get lost. The main cavern is 796 meters, there is a saying that aptly describes its peculiar sight: "There is a hole in the hole, there is a building in the hole, there is a hole in the building." ”
In December 2019, the 816 site was renovated and became a 4A-level scenic spot in China, attracting tourists from all over the world to explore this world wonder known as the "Underground Great Wall".
And here, people can also see a martyr's cemetery in a place called "a bowl of water" not far away. Resting inside are the heroes who died bravely for the "816 Project".
At that time, due to secrecy regulations, the families of these martyrs did not know their specific reasons and could only receive the news of their deaths. However, they chose to pay and sacrifice silently for the future of the country and the people, and their spirit will always be remembered.
In Chongqing, in order to commemorate the martyrs who died bravely, a martyr's cemetery was built. There, you can see their names and hear about their heroic deeds.
The towering monument, as if it is the posture of a soldier, stands forever, accompanied by the flowing water of the Wujiang River, guarding their belief - dedication to the country. Where you can't see, there are always people who are silently giving; While you enjoy the peace of life, there are people who carry the burden for you.
Today, when we face the bright five-star red flag, don't forget to say to those ancestors in our hearts: "Thank you!" ”