In 1912, when Zhan Tianyou was building the railway, he received a monthly salary of up to 1,000 taels of silver, equivalent to about 210,000 yuan today. This is a large income enough to support ten wives, but when it is suggested that he divorce and take a beautiful new wife or concubine, he resolutely replies: "I am an engineer who built a railroad, and I cannot allow my life to deviate from the track, let alone take a concubine." Zhan Tianyou's words undoubtedly made his wife feel relieved and respected, and also made countless women envious.
Zhan Tianyou, the giant of China's railways, is still a household name and his outstanding contributions are still praised by the world.
At that time, his monthly salary reached 1,000 taels of silver dollars, which is equivalent to nearly one million yuan in modern times. This kind of income allows him to easily afford the living expenses of the whole family, and some friends even joke that he will marry a concubine to enjoy life.
However, Zhan Tianyou scoffed at this, and he firmly stated that he was a railway engineer and could not tolerate deviations from his life trajectory, let alone the behavior of taking concubines.
These words undoubtedly gave his wife a great sense of security and respect, which was the envy of countless women.
When it comes to family life, Zhan Tianyou's marriage with his wife Tan Juzhen is exemplary.
The two were formed by a family friend of the Zhan family, Tan Bocun, when Zhan Tianyou went to study in the United States.
Tam Pak Chuen promised to marry his daughter Tam Ju Zhen to him to express his blessings and support for his future.
Zhan Tianyou was grateful for this, and vowed in his heart to repay this love with his life.
Zhan Tianyou's study abroad experience was full of hardships and challenges. During his study and life in the United States, he not only had to face the loneliness of being separated from his loved ones, but also had to deal with the impact and pressure of a foreign culture.
However, none of this stopped him, and with his perseverance and talent, he was able to enter Yale University, one of the world's top universities, to study civil engineering.
This valuable study abroad experience not only enriched his knowledge, but also gave him a deeper understanding of family responsibilities in his heart.
After returning to China, Zhan Tianyou quickly devoted himself to the construction of China's railways, and was appointed as the chief engineer of the Beijing-Zhangjiakou Railway with his outstanding technology and innovative spirit.
He is well aware of the importance of this task and often takes his family to various construction sites.
Although the living conditions were not ideal, the family always supported each other.
During this period, Zhan Tianyou's wife, Tan Juzhen, became the pillar of the family.
No matter how the environment changes, she always cares about her family's diet and daily life, and supports this warm home with a strong heart.
Therefore, Zhan Tianyou expressed deep gratitude and respect for his wife.
With a stable and harmonious family as the backing, Zhan Tianyou has made brilliant achievements in his career.
Zhan Tianyou's life has set a glorious example for us, and he is worthy of his heart in both family and career.
His respect and love for his wife, as well as his highly responsible attitude towards his profession, reflected the advanced concept of life and social responsibility of that era.
Such Zhan Tianyou not only left us a valuable historical legacy, but also set a moral example for future generations.
Zhan Tianyou's life is an important chapter in the history of China's railway development, and his spiritual strength and family concept are worthy of our eternal memory. His story tells us that family is the backbone of a career, and responsibility is the cornerstone of success. In him, we see the balance and harmony between family and career, and see a true family hero. His wife, Tan Juzhen, is also a strong and great woman, and her support and understanding have laid a solid foundation for Zhan Tianyou's career. It is with such family harmony that Zhan Tianyou can forge ahead on the road of railway construction, and finally leave an immortal performance.
Looking back on Zhan Tianyou's life, we should not only cherish his outstanding contributions to the railway industry, but also cherish the warmth and love of the family. Let us draw strength from him, strive to find a balance between career and family, and be a person who is beneficial to society and responsible for the family.
May we always cherish the memory of this great railway giant, and may we always cherish the warmth and happiness of our family. Let us take Zhan Tianyou as an example and strive to create a better family and a better future.