After the Xi'an Incident, Zhang Xueliang and Yang Hucheng advocated the release of Chiang Kai-shek, but the Northeast Army and the Northwest Army disagreed on this issue. Soon after, Zhang Xueliang and Yang Hucheng were imprisoned by Chiang Kai-shek and his son in Yangmingdong, Xiuwen County, Guizhou Province.
FigZhang Xueliang on the left, Yang Hucheng in the middle, and Chiang Kai-shek on the right were in confinement without daylight, and they had transferred the place of imprisonment many times, and the physical and mental torture made Zhang Xueliang painful.
His captivity lasted for more than 50 years until the beginning of 1990. In 1991, Zhang Xueliang expressed his desire to return to the mainland and put forward three demands, which the mainland readily accepted, but the Taiwan authorities strongly objected: "You are not allowed to return!" ”
In the end, Zhang Xueliang failed to embark on a trip to the mainland and died of illness in a foreign land, which is regrettable. Why didn't this flight happen? It also needs to be traced back to the time when Zhang Xueliang regained his freedom.
1. Jiang died and the people were rehabilitated, and the unjust case was redressed, and he was finally free! In 1975, Chiang Kai-shek was seriously ill and explained to Chiang Ching-kuo the reason for imprisoning Zhang Xueliang - he deeply felt that Zhang Xueliang was sitting on the power of the Northeast Army, and even if it was disbanded now, there were still old departments, and some people were in high positions.
If Zhang Xueliang is released, he does not dare to guarantee that Zhang Xueliang will not make a comeback, this is like letting the tiger return to the mountain and Jackie Chan will return, and the consequences will be unimaginable. "Don't ......Let the tiger go! ”
This is what Chiang Kai-shek said when he was dying, holding Chiang Ching-kuo's hand, it was just four words, but it was full of his last life. After Chiang Kai-shek's death, Chiang Ching-kuo succeeded his father, and he followed his father's last words and insisted on imprisoning Zhang Xueliang.
In 1990, after more than 50 years of captivity, Zhang Xueliang finally regained his freedom after being released by the Taiwan authorities. This incident has not only attracted widespread attention in China, but also caused an uproar in the international community.
At that time, in order to seek justice for Zhang Xueliang, democrats in Taiwan held a series of activities, including the "General Zhang Xueliang Comprehensive Freedom Seminar."
At the same time, the senior leaders of the Communist Party of China also sent a joint message of condolence to the Taiwan region, speaking highly of Zhang Xueliang's contributions. After Zhang Xueliang was released from prison, he also received a blessing from *** and received a call from Deng Yingchao on behalf of the mainland.
This shows that Zhang Xueliang's contribution has been recognized and remembered by the leaders of the Communist Party of China. In May 1990, the Taiwan authorities celebrated Zhang Xueliang's birthday, which marked a turning point in his life.
Despite the difficulties he encountered in the second half of his life, his contributions were widely recognized and praised. 2.The core idea remains the same: Zhang Xueliang encountered difficulties in the second half of his life, but his contributions were widely recognized and praised.
Although he was imprisoned for more than 50 years, he was finally freed in 1990. His life deeds and contributions, as well as the treatment he received, show that he was a great man and that his contributions and spirit should be respected and praised.
Fig**On the same day, Zhang Xueliang hung a congratulatory telegram from Deng Yingchao in the hospital** to express his deep memory for her. Firecrackers rang out in the courtyard, guests flocked in an endless stream, and birthday gifts were dazzling, all of which were full of joy.
Zhang Xueliang's restoration of freedom attracted worldwide attention, and hundreds of reporters from all over the country flocked to the courtyard, adding a very lively atmosphere to the courtyard of Nuoda, and one after another cameras looked at the elderly people from different directions, and congratulated and interviewed them one after another.
When I say that I have wasted 90, I have really wasted 90 and have done nothing for the people of the country, society, and society. I'm a sinner, and I'm ashamed of myself. How can I be so virtuous that my friends wish me a birthday?
Thank God that there is nothing but the grace of God. Zhang Xueliang slowly sighed that he didn't seem to have done anything in his life, and as soon as he was released from prison, he caused the world to shake and thought it was not worth it.
Zhang Xueliang's political career, always maintain himself, take into account the overall situation, and do not make concessions, a generation of political figures, one of the initiators of the Xi'an Incident, promoted the anti-Japanese national united front, and was already an old man in the twilight of his life, but he tried to escape from the past achievements.
Life is like an ant, born to die, swaying all life, but a drop in the ocean, even if you look back, you are left alone in the world. The sacrifice of a former friend, **of**....Do you regret launching the Xi'an Incident? ”
Someone asked suddenly. Hearing this, Zhang Xueliang's eyes suddenly flashed, and he immediately raised his arms and shouted: "I won't regret it!" Even if I am imprisoned for another 50 years, I will never regret being shot! ”
Talking about the political situation of the day, Zhang Xueliang was passionate and emotional, but when he talked about emotional things, he became low and sad. On this day, Zhang Xueliang was very happy, regained his freedom, and regained his sight, and the pent-up emotions in his heart came out of his throat, as if there were endless words.
Zhang Xueliang, accompanied by Zhao Yidi, cut the birthday cake together, and the whole banquet process was concerned by the world, causing heated discussions at home and abroad, and it was unanimously agreed that the birthday celebration activity was a disguised "rehabilitation" of Zhang Xueliang by the Taiwan authorities, thus changing the argument that Zhang Xueliang was a "sinner through the ages".
After the birthday of Zhang Xueliang and his wife, he stayed in Taipei for nearly half a year, and his heart was always worried about the warm hometown in the mainland. He secretly called his old subordinate Wang Yi, hoping that he could be his envoy to communicate his thoughts with the mainland, and not to divulge any information before arrival, so as to increase the possibility of returning to the mainland.
At the same time, Zhang Xueliang also planned to visit relatives in the United States, because he received the news of the death of many old friends, which made him feel that the years were unforgiving. He was in his nineties and didn't want to leave any regrets, so he decided to visit his children and grandchildren while he could still walk.
He was very actionable, and soon met with the leader of the Taiwan region*** and expressed to him that he wanted to go back to the mainland to visit his relatives. ** Without hindrance, Zhang Xueliang got his wish, but this trip became an important turning point in his life.
FigIn March 1991, Zhang Xueliang and his wife boarded a plane to the United States, and when interviewed by reporters, he made it clear that he was going to the United States to visit relatives, had no political purpose, would not make any public speeches, and hoped that others would not interfere in his private life.
As soon as Zhang Xueliang arrived in the United States, compatriots, former subordinates, and people from Northeast China who received the news came one after another to visit the veteran who had been dominant. Of course, Zhang Xueliang has a special identity, although he made a simple deal of his whereabouts at that time, it still can't avoid some well-informed academic institutions coming to the door and wanting to interview him and make a memoir.
* Competing for interviews, trying every means to meet Zhang Xueliang, but he rejected them one by one, saying that he was old, liked to be quiet, and did not want to be disturbed. Zhang Xueliang visited old friends and saw that they were all white-headed, their steps were not as steady as before, with a cane in their right hand and a wall in their left hand, every step was so careful.
Zhang Xueliang goes early and returns late every day, even if he leaves his friend's house, he is still reluctant, turning back in three steps, seeing his old friend looking at him from afar, with tears in his eyes, and he doesn't know if he can see each other again in the future.
Zhang Xueliang, who has been imprisoned for more than 50 years, faces darkness every day, almost isolated from the outside world, even if he regains his freedom. I don't see my colleagues in the past, how many joys and sorrows are not enough, and there are still many things in my heart that have not been said......
FigZhang Xueliang's life in captivity.
3. The "four items" of the mainland, the "three noes" of learning, the wish of close proximity! When Zhang Xueliang went to visit relatives and friends, Wang Yi successfully got in touch with the mainland and informed ** that Zhang Xueliang wanted to return to the mainland.
As soon as he learned the news, he immediately took action, paying close attention to Zhang Xueliang's actions in the United States, for such a patriot, ** has been looking for a suitable opportunity, hoping that one day Zhang Xueliang can safely return to the embrace of the motherland.
Knowing that Zhang Xueliang is currently visiting relatives in the United States, he held a meeting non-stop, and everyone's face was full of attention. In this regard, ** issued four preparations for action: (1) Zhang Xueliang's 91st birthday event was held in Beijing.
2) Focus on commemorating the 60th anniversary of the September 18 Incident. (3) Repair the Marshal's Mansion and Marshal's Mausoleum in the northeast of Zhangjia to prepare for Zhang Xueliang's return to his hometown to sweep the tomb. (4) Dispatch veteran comrades at the deputy ministerial level within the party to the United States to express their welcome to Zhang Xueliang.
After a long discussion, it was decided to send Lu Zhengcao to the United States. Lu Zhengcao, Zhang Xueliang's fellow villager, used to be his subordinate, served as a secretary and adjutant, followed Zhang Xueliang all the way, and was valued by Zhang Xueliang, has a deep friendship, and his emotions are as deep as the sea.
Based on his unusual relationship with Zhang Xueliang, Lu Zhengcao was selected and considered indispensable. Over the years, Lu Zhengcao has been in contact with Zhang Xueliang, even during house arrest through his niece Zhang Luliang.
Lu Zhengcao once said: "The young marshal has the grace of knowing me, and now that he is free, no matter whether he is in **, I will meet him." He took Deng Yingchao's handwritten letter, hoping to express his greetings to Zhang Xueliang and hope that he could return to the mainland and see the beautiful rivers and mountains.
After more than 50 years of ups and downs, Lu Zhengcao finally met Zhang Xueliang in Manhattan, New York in late May 1991. Although the years have left traces of vicissitudes on their faces, they recognize each other at a glance.
Lu Zhengcao excitedly held Zhang Xueliang's hand, while Zhang Xueliang looked at him in surprise, he didn't expect him to come, the two looked at each other, and they were speechless with joy. In the apartment, Lu Zhengcao told Zhang Xueliang about his heroic deeds on the battlefield of resistance against Japan.
After listening to this, Zhang Xueliang expressed his envy and admiration for Lu Zhengcao's bravery, and at the same time felt regret and sadness that he could not participate in this war. Lu Zhengcao listened to it and told Zhang Xueliang with a smile: "In your life, the Xi'an incident is enough.
As for the resistance against Japan, the Northeast Army fought for you. The two looked at each other in tacit understanding, and then smiled with satisfaction.
The fall of the Northeast was like a knife for Zhang Xueliang, but he was later placed under house arrest by Chiang Kai-shek and was unable to personally go into battle to kill the enemy, which was undoubtedly a regret for a patriot.
But Lu Zhengcao's words untied his knot and affirmed Zhang Xueliang's contribution. Zhang Lu and Lu talked about everything, originally Lu Zhengcao planned to talk about returning to China, but there were too many companions, he knew that Zhang Xueliang didn't want to attract people's attention, so he simply didn't mention it, and waited until the next day.
On the second day, Zhang Lu and the others came to the agreed place for a secret talk. "Young marshal, it's been many years since you left home, do you want to go back and have a look? The party and the people welcome you very much! ”
Lu Zhengcao said as he handed over the handwritten letter written by Deng Yingchao to Zhang Xueliang. After reading the letter, Zhang Xueliang was very moved, more than 50 years have passed, after the restoration of freedom, many relatives and brothers have long since left, and almost no one condolences to him.
Zhang Xueliang felt that the Chinese Communist Party really regarded him as a friend, and although time had passed, he still remembered his contributions, which could not help but make him feel gratified. Although Zhang Xueliang wanted to go back, he was not carried away by the joy, and said in a low voice: "I miss the mainland very much, after all, at this age, I can't do anything else, but I still have the ability to wave the flag and shout for the reunification of the motherland."
Not ...... though"But what? When Lu Zhengcao heard that there was still a turning point, he couldn't help but get nervous. "Hahahaha, don't be nervous. Looking at Lu Zhengcao's nervous demeanor, Zhang Xueliang couldn't help but laugh and said, "But now is not the time, we must find a suitable time to return to the mainland."
And I hope that when I return to the mainland, you will be able to grant me three requests! When Lu Zhengcao heard this, he sat down and said, "As long as you can go back, everything is easy to say, but I don't know which three requirements are?" ”
Zhang Xueliang wanted to speak and stopped, the words "three requirements" had an indelible shadow in his heart. When he was imprisoned, Chiang Kai-shek also made three demands to himself, as long as he promised to let himself go, but obviously he refused, otherwise he would not have been imprisoned for more than 50 years.
Zhang Xueliang is a figure who has had a profound impact on Chinese history, and his legendary experience and patriotic feelings in his life are respected by the world. However, in his later years, he was unable to return to his native continent due to physical reasons, which was undoubtedly the biggest regret of his life.
He has repeatedly applied to the Taiwan authorities to return home, but has been repeatedly refused. Although his influence was earth-shattering at the time, the years were unforgiving, he was already old, and his physical condition was getting worse and worse.
Eventually, he died in Hong Kong at the age of 91. Although he did not fulfill his wish to return home, his spirit and contributions will always be remembered by the world.
The love story of Zhao Yidi and Zhang Xueliang is not just a superficial romance, but actually hides unspeakable pain and helplessness behind it. Under the suppression of the Taiwan authorities, the two were not only physically tortured, but also mentally tortured.
Although Zhang Xueliang longed to return to the motherland, the restrictions imposed by the Taiwan authorities prevented him from realizing this wish. Even though he tried every means to apply to return to China, he never received a reply.
He could only go to Hawaii with disappointment and helplessness, and never returned to Taiwan. Despite this, Zhang Xueliang still deeply misses the motherland in his heart.
He stood in front of the window in Hawaii every day and looked at the East, sometimes talking to himself, all of which were full of longing for his homeland. He has said many times that he will definitely go back as long as the time is right.
Zhang Xueliang's death made his son Zhang Lulin more determined to return to China. He took his wife back to his hometown in the Northeast, visited the Dashuai's Mansion, and then went to Zhang Zuolin to sweep the grave, fulfilling his father's wish to leave his hometown for many years.
When the local ** learned that Zhang Lulin was back, they received them very warmly, and once again solemnly expressed their eagerness for Zhang Xueliang's return to China**. Although Zhang Xueliang could not return to the motherland, his longing remained in people's hearts forever.
His story makes us cherish our connection with our motherland even more, and it also makes us look forward to the day of peace.
This news made Zhang Xueliang, who was far away from home, miss his hometown even more, so he applied to the Taiwan authorities to return to the mainland. However, the Taiwan authorities deliberately delayed and did not give a reply for two years, thus once again shattering Zhang Xueliang's wish to return to his hometown.
In 2000, Zhang Xueliang celebrated his 100th birthday. At the celebratory banquet, he looked at the letters from his distant homeland, and his emotions were so emotional that he almost burst into tears.
He sighed: "Although I really want to go back, I can't stand the emotional impact!" This sentence expressed the regret and grief in his heart, and he knew that he might never be able to return to his homeland.
On October 14, 2001, the great patriot Zhang Xueliang died of illness in Hawaii, USA, at the age of 101. Before dying, he held a map of China in his hand, looked at the three eastern provinces above, and said with sadness the words "I'm sorry, I can't go back", and then his life came to an end.
Zhang Xueliang's life is full of legends, and what he has experienced is difficult to be understood, but his wish has always been to hope for the reunification of the country and the unification of the country. However, due to various helplessness and force majeure factors, he couldn't even go home in his later years, and finally passed away with regret.
Zhang Xueliang was a peerless man before his death, born in a family of warlords, and had a promising future, but his later years were full of helplessness and regret.
Zhang Xueliang: I used to be high-spirited and tried to fight for peace in China. It's a pity that the hero was in his twilight and forced into exile. Although there have been scenes in life, it is also full of tragedy.
What kind of person is he? The book "One Hundred Years of Solitude: Zhang Xueliang's Ideological Life" gives the answer, integrating historical facts and in-depth thinking, and comprehensively interpreting Zhang Xueliang's life.
The book also cites a large number of domestic and foreign archival materials, and deeply analyzes his thoughts from six aspects: the view of the country, Japan, war, history, cross-strait, and religion.
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Zhang Xueliang, a brilliant "shooting star", lit up the night sky of China with his own light.