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In the revolutionary contingent of our country in modern times, there are many talented people who are erudite and talented. Compared with other revolutionaries, they understood the power of knowledge, understood the true meaning of learning, and devoted themselves to disseminating advanced scientific ideas.
They are an indispensable and important element in the revolutionary contingent and the backbone of ideological progress. Today, let's tell about such a man with lofty ideals, his name is ***
**Born on June 9, 1906 in Wuxi, Jiangsu, from a wealthy family. He has been well educated since he was a child, and he is bright and studious. After being admitted to Jiaotong University, he was exposed to new ideas and new cultures, and was eager to contribute to the country.
At the age of 19, he joined the Communist Party of China and embarked on a revolutionary journey. He has a wealth of knowledge and unique literary and historical insights. He worked in the Propaganda Department of the Communist Youth League, contributed to the spread of Marxism, and participated in the editing of "Chinese Youth".
disseminated ideas with a pen, and at the age of 24, he served as the head of the Propaganda Department of the Youth League.
** Closely following the pace of the party, it withstood the harsh test of war and political struggle in that turbulent era. No matter what kind of difficulties he faced, he always remained steadfast in his beliefs and unswerving.
During the Long March, he accompanied the troops on an arduous journey, and at the age of 28 he took over the post of head of the Propaganda Department of the General Political Department of the Red Army. At the same time, he also served as the editor of the newspaper "Red Star", and as always, he devoted himself to the dissemination of communist ideas.
During the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the War of Liberation, he also always adhered to the party's propaganda post and presided over the editing and distribution of many publications. He is not only an editor, but also an author, and has written many thought-provoking articles, expounding his views on the situation and various ideas, and offering suggestions for the development of the country and the party.
Among them, "Starting from Reality" is one of his most influential works. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, with years of experience in propaganda work, he was appointed head of the Propaganda Department of the Communist Party of China, and was elected as a member of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress in 1954.
At the age of 53, he was appointed Deputy Prime Minister for his outstanding performance, and a few years later he also served as Minister of Culture.
Once, **'s life was orderly, but the arrival of the Cultural Revolution broke this peace. In this struggle, **suffered severely**, and his article became evidence that the rebels criticized him.
He spent 13 years in prison under great physical and mental pressure, but his faith and backbone were never defeated. In the end, he waited for the dawn of his comeback, devoted himself to the construction of the motherland, held a number of important positions, dedicated all his energy to the country, and never gave up because of any difficulties.
His essays, such as "The Old Mountain Boundary" and "The Golden Fishhook", became the textbooks for later generations of students.
On May 9, 1996, ** died of illness in Beijing at the age of 90. **'s whole life was devoted to the revolution and firm belief in the party.
His wisdom and thoughtfulness made him dare to speak out and fight at critical moments. He always insists on doing things in good times and not afraid of difficulties in adversity. ** noble spirit, worthy of emulation by all of us.