Lü Yishan (1912-1991), formerly known as Lü Hengyi, was a native of Yuanping County, Shanxi Province, and died at the age of 79. His life was full of ups and downs, witnessing great changes in China's modern history. This article will take Lu Yishan as the main line, reconstruct his life experience, and deeply understand his outstanding contributions to the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the War of Liberation and the construction of New China.
From Taiyuan to the Eighth Route Army.
In 1935, Lu Yishan graduated from the School of Literature of Peking University, and immediately devoted himself to education, becoming a teacher at the Taiyuan Shanxi National Normal School. However, he is not only a disseminator of knowledge on campus, but also a sensitive observer of the current situation. In the same year, when China was facing a nationwide War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, Lu Yishan decisively joined the Communist Party of China and contributed his strength to the country's liberation.
Years of the Eighth Route Army.
Lu Yishan quickly integrated into the family of the Eighth Route Army, and during the Anti-Japanese War, he successively served as secretary of the 120th Division of the Eighth Route Army, political teacher, and director of education. In this special period, Lu Yishan became the backbone of the Eighth Route Army and made indelible contributions to resisting the enemy's aggression and promoting the cause of the War of Resistance. During these years, he witnessed his personal growth and the fierce war of the Chinese people.
Transformation after the victory of the Anti-Japanese War.
With the victory of the Anti-Japanese War, Lu Yishan's mission did not end. He continued to play an important role in the Liberation War, successively serving as the political commissar of the supply department of the 358th Brigade of the Jinsui Military Region and the political commissar of the rear guard office of the 358th Brigade. During this period, Lu Yishan actively participated in war planning and made great contributions to the victory of the Liberation War.
New China Era.
After the founding of the People's Republic of China, Lu Yishan's career entered a new stage. He successively served as Deputy Director and Director of the First Division of the Management Department of the General Cadre Department of the People's Liberation Army, and Deputy Director and Director of the Cadre Bureau of the General Staff of the People's Liberation Army. In these positions, he made hard efforts for the construction and development of New China. In particular, he concurrently served as the director of the Political Department and the deputy political commissar of the Military Region, and made outstanding contributions to the construction and stability of the Military Region.
The twists and turns of the Cultural Revolution.
However, life is not all smooth sailing. During the "Cultural Revolution", Lu Yishan was affected by the political turmoil and was forced to leave his original post and decentralize labor. This experience is undoubtedly a great test for him personally, and it is also an unforgettable history.
Return to the battlefield. 
In 1977, when the situation picked up, Lu Yishan returned to the army and became the deputy political commissar of the Second Artillery Corps of the People's Liberation Army. This return marks his personal comeback, and also witnesses the resurgence of the squadron. During this period, he continued to make outstanding contributions to the construction of the army and the army, demonstrating the loyalty and responsibility of a soldier.
A hall of honor.
Lu Yishan's life is not only full of legends on the battlefield, but also leaves a strong mark in the hall of honor. In 1955, he was awarded the rank of colonel of the Chinese People's Liberation Army and was promoted to major general in 1964. He was awarded the Order of Independence and Freedom of the 2nd degree, the Order of Liberation of the 2nd degree and the Order of Merit of the Red Star of the 1st degree. Behind these honors is the best testimony of his hard work for the country and the people.
Family & Love.
In Lu Yishan's life picture, his wife Tian Liying is also a beautiful landscape. Although there is no detailed record of her birth and death year, she and Lu Yishan have walked through the ups and downs together and witnessed the vicissitudes of that special era. Her presence is undoubtedly an important pillar in Lu Yishan's life, injecting warm strength into his career and family life.
Epilogue. Lu Yishan's life is like a magnificent historical epic, carrying the vicissitudes of China's modern history. He was not only an outstanding military general, but also a loyal party member who made tremendous efforts for the liberation of the country and the people. His life witnessed the rise and development of China, leaving an eternal mark.
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