In the early morning of February 20, 1997, a flag-raising ceremony was held in Tiananmen Square as usual. However, when the brightly colored national flag was slowly raised with the national anthem, it stopped in the middle of the flagpole and did not move again.
The flag-raiser next to him stared with tears in his eyes, which was not an accident, but an affectionate tribute.
Image source network In the quiet early hours of the morning, this great man who served as the chairman of the country's military commission left his beloved people forever.
What is even more distressing is that before his death, he specially instructed: "Don't do a farewell ceremony." "That's why there is a mourning process where flags are lowered at half-mast. However, the revered great man had one more unfulfilled wish, and that was to donate his cornea to those in need and use his body for medical research.
This significant wish was only given to his wife Zhuo Lin, because of the deep relationship between *** and Zhuo Lin, he trusted her to complete this task.
Their love is so deep, and their friendship is so sincere. They have been with each other for half their lives, supported each other, and experienced ups and downs together. Their story is the highest state of love and the most beautiful chapter of life.
Now, although they are no longer together, their spirit and love will always be there, brightening our lives.
**The couple spent 58 years with Zhuo Lin in the courtyard of Jingshan Back Street in Beijing. There are two pines and cypresses in the courtyard, one is tall and the other is graceful, they rely on each other to form a unique 'double dragon tree', witnessing their ups and downs along the way.
Before this, ** had experienced two tortuous marriages. ”
The story of Zhuo Lin and *** is full of regret and sadness. Zhuo Lin was a female revolutionary, but she unfortunately contracted puerperal fever during childbirth and died, and her child died soon after.
And *** also had a relationship, but it ended in regret. The blow of these feelings made *** deep in grief and unable to extricate himself. However, it wasn't until Zhuo Lin's appearance that his life was once again full of hope.
In Yan'an at the end of the summer of 1939, the weather was unbearably hot. ** Ended the work in the front-line troops and moved to the rear. His colleagues saw that he was alone and offered to introduce him to a lesbian.
** I was embarrassed to refuse, so I gladly agreed and went to the agreed place. In that cave, he met Zhuo Lin, who was gentle and knowledgeable, for the first time, and left a deep impression.
However, for Zhuo Lin, the plainly dressed worker and peasant cadre in front of her did not meet her criteria for choosing a mate.
Pu Zaiting's pearl - Zhuo Lin, she was born in a family of Yunnan ham kings, she has been pampered since she was a child, and her life is carefree. However, under the feudal shackles of the Pu family, as a woman, their relatives suffered from unequal treatment, they could not live independently, could not choose marriage independently, and even became the accessories of their father, husband, and son, unable to bear the pressure of life and chose to commit suicide.
Zhuo Lin refused to accept the painful and struggling life of her predecessors, especially through study, she became more deeply aware of the oppression of women by feudal ideology and the existential crisis faced by the Chinese nation.
On December 9, 1935, she took to the streets along with thousands of other students in Peiping, raising the slogan "Don't be a slave to the country." As one of the first batch of female students with patriotic ideas, after completing her studies in the Department of Physics of Peking University, she did not hesitate to go to Yan'an to devote herself to the revolutionary cause.
Zhuo Lin takes "driving out the enemy and rejuvenating the Chinese nation" as her lifelong dream, as an independent woman, she hopes to find an intellectual who can share the same revolutionary path with her as a companion.
However, despite having a crush on her, *** has never been able to develop a relationship with her further. Although the intermediary had tried to build a bridge, Zhuo Lin was not willing.
Therefore, ** finally decided to let go of the relationship.
** Affectionately said: "I want to spend the rest of my life with Zhuo Lin, so that we can get to know each other better, can Zhuo Lin accept my invitation?" Zhuo Lin agreed to meet at the sincere request of ***.
This in-depth exchange allowed them to understand each other better, and Zhuo Lin also had a new understanding of ***.
In September 1939, under the witness of *** and others, ** and Zhuo Lin held a low-key wedding. **, they are dressed in the simple Eighth Route Army**, with bright smiles, symbolizing their happy life.
In the days that followed, ** devoted himself to work, while Zhuo Lin took care of the family wholeheartedly, and cared for *** meticulously, including the arrangement of clothes, diet and medicine, all of which were very careful.
Zhuo Lin and *** have very different personalities, but this is the key to their attraction to each other and love each other. In the arduous revolutionary years, their tacit understanding and dependence increased day by day, and they made a vow to share life and death.
His deep trust in Zhuo Lin made him dare to entrust her with what was behind him. However, **'s last wish was surprising, because in his heart, the noble revolutionary cause was far more important than personal fame.
Their loyalty and dedication are the best proof of their love for the revolutionary cause and their firm faith.
On August 22, 1904, the Deng family in Paifang Village, Guang'an County, Sichuan Province, was immersed in joy and celebrated the birth of a newborn born in the family of "three generations of single inheritance". His parents named him "Deng Xiansheng", and even if it was later changed to ***, it also indicated that he would have extraordinary life experiences and outstanding achievements.
Since he was a child, his father Deng Shaochang has regarded him as the hope of the family, hoping that he will not only be proficient in the Four Books and Five Classics, but also know how to be a human being.
It's true that I took those oceans, but I have my reasons. One of my classmates' sister was seriously ill and had no money**, and I used the money to help her. "It turned out that the classmate's sister was seriously ill and needed to be ** immediately, but the family did not have enough money, ** after hearing the news, he decided to help his classmate.
After listening to Deng Shaochang's story, a warm current surged in his heart. He began by praising his son's kindness, but also made it clear that "this kind of behavior is inappropriate for whatever purpose." ”
Then, he took out some oceans and gave them to the classmate who was in difficulty. His father's strict and resolute character, while his mother's kindness made him think of the world and regard the suffering of the people as his own responsibility.
After the defeat of the Paris Peace Conference on May 4, 1919, a large number of students in China launched a "patriotic movement". At that time, the 15-year-old *** was attracted by the flag-waving procession on the streets and alleys, and was deeply affected by high emotions and strong patriotic feelings.
At a time when the country was facing internal and external difficulties, many people with lofty ideals began to consider studying abroad to find a new path of development, and ** was no exception, and with the encouragement of his classmates, he decided to study in France.
However, to his surprise, his parents not only did not object, but generously funded his study abroad expenses, paving the way for him to France. When he was about to set off, his father Deng Shaochang held his hand tightly and said with anticipation: "The future of the country needs your efforts, and you must learn to succeed." ”
His mother, too, said to him in tears: "You must pay attention to your personal safety. This scene deeply touched him and made him understand his mission and responsibility.
**'s study abroad trip to France stems from the full support of his parents, allowing him to freely pursue his dreams. However, he did not foresee that this exodus would lead him completely into the path of revolution.
In 1920, he and 85 Chinese students embarked on a journey to France, passing through Sichuan and Shanghai, and finally arriving in Paris on a cruise ship. Although he was the youngest of his peers, he had a unique insight into the world's ills.
Watching domestic landlords bullying employees and foreigners bullying Chinese abound, I was even more determined to change China. "This original intention brought me into contact with communism and gave me the opportunity to get acquainted with ***
When I first arrived in Marseille, France, we international students had to study at a language school because of the language barrier. Although I had a strong Sichuan accent, I studied very hard and was eventually able to communicate fluently on a daily basis, which led to in-depth study.
When *** and other classmates were full of hope and ready to start their study abroad career, the financial chain of Chinese students suddenly broke, causing them to lose their lives** and could only live on the streets.
Deciding not to pass up this opportunity, he chose to work as an apprentice in a factory in Paris, struggling to make ends meet. At the same time, ** also worked in the factory, and actively spread communist ideas, looking for like-minded people.
**I was deeply attracted by ***'s speech, and I became deeply interested in the impact and future of communism on the Chinese nation. Therefore, he decided to join the Chinese Communist Party and became a member of the Communist Party branch in Europe.
Since then, he has fought side by side with *** and fought for the cause of communism all his life.
**The understanding of communism is no different from ***, but his application to join the party has not been approved. When he asked why, he patiently explained: "Your point of view is undoubtedly correct, and you will shine on the revolutionary road of the Chinese nation."
It's just that you're still a little immature, so I suggest you join the Komsomol first. I will reserve a place for you to join the party. ”
Under the leadership of ***, ** actively participated in communist activities in France, founded red periodicals such as "Red Light", and also opened a tofu shop to provide income for work-study students**.
In 1924, he realized his wish to join the Communist Party of China. At that time, Chiang Kai-shek launched the "April 12 Coup" in China, frantically brutalizing our party members and patriots.
However, after returning to China, he did not hesitate to devote himself to the work of the underground party in Shanghai, regardless of the danger that might be exposed at any time, and delivered important news to the organization.
When he was young, he was in a dangerous environment, and he showed excellent work ability again and again, and was highly praised by *** and ***. But he always remained humble and always fought on the front line of the struggle against the enemy.
He stood firm in the party's beliefs and was therefore entrusted with important responsibilities. For example, at the Zunyi Conference, he supported the leadership of ***, determined the correct path of the Long March, and also created one myth after another of our army in the process of "Liu Deng's army marching into Dabie Mountain".
I deeply love my motherland and people, and as the son of the Chinese people, this is my responsibility. ”
The key figure in China's development, the ** old man, cannot escape the merciless test of the laws of nature. Even after his retirement in 1996, he continued to keep a close eye on national affairs.
However, on an ordinary morning, he suddenly had difficulty breathing while brushing his teeth, and his chest felt like a stone weighing a thousand pounds. After the guards found out, they immediately contacted the doctor with them, but due to the simple equipment, they could not conduct an in-depth examination of ***'s condition, so they could only be rushed to the PLA Hospital.
Don't worry, I'm fine. "Despite the best efforts of the medical staff, his condition is still deteriorating. Zhuo Lin has always been by ***'s side, so that he can feel happy and peaceful in the last moments of his life.
During the Spring Festival in 1997, the festive red in the ward could not hide the loss of life, and relatives and friends came to visit *** Although the atmosphere was warm, he could not keep him who was about to leave.
After many rescues, he closed his eyes forever. Zhuo Lin cried bitterly, but she knew that this was ***'s last wish before her death. Three months later, on the plane hovering over the sea, she scattered her ashes into the sea and whispered, "You can rest assured here and watch the prosperity of the motherland." ”
During the Anti-Japanese War and the founding of New China, Zhuo Lin and *** always adhered to their beliefs and were fearless of life and death. Their persistence has laid a solid foundation for China to embark on the path of development of prosperity, strength and civilization, and their spirit will surely inspire future generations and make endless contributions to the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.