Zhongshan's granddaughter praised the reconstruction, and the former residence has a new look, thoughNoneStill grateful.
In 1985, Sun Suiying, a descendant of Sun Yat-sen, cherished feelings for the "former residence" of her ancestors, Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum No. 8, and hoped to visit it in person. This is a natural outpouring of family feelings, but it tests the wisdom of the staff.
No. 8 Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum is now home to General Xu Shiyou, who prefers tranquility, which makes accepting requests delicate. The original and elegant Xiaozhu has now changed greatly, which makes people worry about whether Sun Suiying will be unhappy when she sees it.
We have to consider both her emotional needs and the attention of international attention. Handle it properly, and strive to take into account historical respect and family care.
At a critical juncture in history, Xu Shiyou's personal bodyguards performed a whimsical ......Located on the south side of the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, close to the place where the great man rests, Villa No. 8 of the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum hides an untold story behind it.
This lush green col bears witness to the traces of history, and its builder is extraordinary, the son and former son of Sun Yat-sen, a veteran of the Kuomintang"Nanjing**Executive Yuan"Dean Sun Ke, his wisdom and affection have created this unique place of remembrance.
In order to deeply cherish the memory of my late father and the affection for my family, as well as the forward-looking needs for the elderly, we carefully built this mansion. Although the exterior is simple and similar to the usual two-storey rectangular villa, there is a deep emotion and ingenuity behind it.
We give it"Yanhui Pavilion"The elegant name, inviting the well-known designer Yang Tingbao to carve, every brick and tile embodies the respect for filial piety and the unique pursuit of personal life.
The unique charm of this villa lies in its innovative flat roof design, which can hold up to 30 cm of cool water, like a natural parasol, keeping the interior pleasantly cool even in the scorching sun.
The interior space is carefully planned and includes a spacious and bright living room, a romantic Western-style dining room, an imposing high-ceilinged study, and a comfortable bedroom, as well as an area for staff to live in and a hidden basement.
The villa's courtyard is sprawling and green, surrounded by thorny shrubs, adding an extra layer of security. However, this mansion that has witnessed historical changes was built in 1948, with the end of the Kuomintang regime, Sun Ke left in a hurry, and Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum No. 8 has since become a silent ownerless ruin, carrying the vicissitudes of history and the past.
Since Nanjing was reborn, No. 8 Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum has been transferred from a private house to state-owned as a VIP reception center of the Nanjing Military Region. **Chairman, **Marshal and others have stayed here to witness the moment of history.
However, this stately building waited silently for most of the time, until the arrival of the legendary General Xu Shiyou. In 1955, with the establishment of the Nanjing Military Region, General Xu Shiyou moved his headquarters to the Zhongshan Botanical Garden, and No. 8 Zhongshan Mausoleum has since become his long-term residence, which lasted for nearly 18 years.
It was not until 1973 that General Xu left this familiar mansion due to the adjustment of the whole ** district, but his influence was forever engraved here.
On the occasion of leaving, Xu Shiyou looked at No. 8 Zhongshan Mausoleum affectionately and expressed his deep concern for Xiao Yongyin"After leaving, it was a guest house, but I hope you can return this historical memory properly. "
Xiao Yongyin understood Xu Shiyou's unique ties with the Nanjing Military Region and Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum No. 8. After General Ding Sheng took over, he respected Xu Shiyou's wish and allowed No. 8 Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to be preserved.
It wasn't until 1980 that Xu Lao set foot on the land of Nanjing again after retiring from the army, and this building that carried his emotions finally welcomed its owner home.
Xu Shiyou's wish lies in Nanjing, not in Beijing's winter. As the focus of the rest of his life, Nanjing's climate and memories are intertwined. So, he affectionately proposed to the organization to return to Nanjing and write his legend.
Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum No. 8 witnessed all this, carrying his deep affection for this place, and became an important chapter in his later life.
In 1985, an unexpected visitor came here - Sun Suiying, Sun Yat-sen's granddaughter and Sun Keai's daughter, returned from overseas and was immediately warmly received.
As a Sun bloodline, she naturally chose to pay homage to the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum. However, when she decided to stop by No. 8 Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, where her father once lived, the staff faced a dilemma: the new owner of the place was the outgoing General Xu Shiyou.
Although the general's anger is no longer as hot as when he was younger, his stubborn character is still the same. During those days of intense writing, his pure place could not be easily disturbed.
What's more, Sun Suiying did not come to visit alone, but was followed by a group of partners. It is conceivable that Xu Shiyou will resist the invasion of his private space by many uninvited guests.
Sun Suiying's intention to visit the former residence is legitimate and reasonable, but Xu Shiyou's right to refuse visitors cannot be ignored. It's embarrassing. Just when the impasse was difficult to solve, Xu Shiyou's guards had an idea and proposed a solution that would have the best of both worlds.
Although Xu Shiyou pursued tranquility in his later years, his heart was active and he always maintained a constant hobby - hunting. At the beginning of his military career, he inspired his soldiers by hunting and providing delicious supplies to his comrades.
During his transfer to Guangzhou, he and the guards caught wild boars and generously shared them with the villagers, and the sumptuous game feast witnessed his deep friendship with the people. At the critical moment of the war against Vietnam, his hunting operations actually concealed strategic considerations, and he shouldered the heavy responsibility of intelligence gathering on his daily trips.
Xu Shiyou's love for hunting has not only spread abroad, but even his guard team has become an excellent hunter. His name is inextricably linked to hunting, which has become an indispensable part of his legendary life.
On the same day, Sun Suiying was looking forward to visiting No. 8 Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, and the guard had an idea and suggested that the weather was pleasant, so how could she live up to this good time of hunting. Xu Shiyou readily agreed and took his"212"Jeep embarks on a journey.
The group was enthusiastic, as if performing a cheerful overture on the stage, successfully guiding Xu Shiyou into the embrace of nature. And when Xu Shiyou"disappears"In the bushes, it was actually cleverly arranged for Sun Suiying's team to visit with peace of mind.
In this way, the problem is cleverly solved, which makes people satisfied and happy.
Subsequently, the staff's worries focused on another innovative point: after retirement, Xu Shiyou gave Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum No. 8 a personal color, and he used it with ingenuity"Yanhui Pavilion"I converted it"Farmhouse style"of the abode.
In the face of such a change, how will Sun Suiying think of this brave and fearless man in the past, who roared with a knife in his youth, although he is now old, but his pride is still the same, and he can still sway the feat of Vietnam with an old and strong attitude?
Although he said goodbye to the workplace, his ambition is still there, but the rhythm of life has precipitated. For a man like Xu Shiyou, who came from an ordinary background, the ideal residence in his old age is undoubtedly a simple idyllic scenery.
However, this tranquility seems to clash with the unique style of Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum No. 8, and calls for reform arise spontaneously. Facing the flowers and plants in his eyes, he frowned slightly, and said to the guards, "Are these just for viewing?"
Why don't you use it to grow fruits and vegetables? ”
In order to deeply experience the rural life, he carefully built a row of pigsty and fish ponds next to the house, realizing the integration of farming. Even better, he introduced the initial rabbit colony, which quickly thrived with careful care.
Thus, he obtained"Bunny Guardian"The nickname of the Ya. Under his care, the home has become more and more close to the countryside, and he is like a real rural captain, leading the team to work together every day.
General Xu Shiyou has built an efficient agricultural and logistics team with military-like precision management. He was ingenious and built an additional guard building, taking into account practicality and comfort, fully demonstrating the meticulous attention to the life of the guards.
In the cold winter, he personally asked the guards standing guard, and the extra thick cotton jackets and double bedding provided were his deep friendship for the guardians and reflected his selfless care for the guards.
On weekdays, the chefs of the guard class can pick fresh vegetables in Xu Shiyou's vegetable garden at will, and on weekends, they can also enjoy the opportunity to take Xu's family vehicle to the organ theater.
Although Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum No. 8 has gone through the baptism of time, the interior has surprisingly maintained its original appearance. General Xu's life is extremely simple, with old sofas and quaint coffee tables in the living room bearing witness to history, and the only decorations are maps and precious family photos.
His bedroom is even simpler, with a bed, a wardrobe, a table and a chair, all of which are simple. Therefore, when Sun Suiying stepped into the No. 8 Zhongshan Mausoleum, she not only did not feel uncomfortable, but was deeply surprised:"I didn't expect that after so many years, this mansion can still be so well preserved, which is really amazing! "
Although the yard has lost its former appearance with the passage of time, it has a different kind of vitality. She is grateful for General Xu's generosity for giving the former residence a new lease of life.
However, the memory of this visit had only just been engraved when General Xu Shiyou was shattered by the news that he had been diagnosed with liver cancer. This tenacious general, no matter how resolute he was, could not resist the call of Zhongshan Mausoleum No. 8.
He refused to stay away, whether he went to Beijing for medical treatment or hospitalization, insisted on staying in his own home, and the medical team had to accompany him. Even when he was sick, his love for hunting remained undiminished, and even if he couldn't go into battle himself, he admired the sweat of others.
On weekdays, he continued to exercise and work until cancer ruthlessly forced him to recuperate in bed.
On the day of bidding farewell to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum No. 8, Xu Shiyou fell into a coma, and his figure was quietly transferred to the hospital. When he woke up, he was not as thunderous and furious as he expected, but only glanced around weakly, and then closed his eyes quietly.
Perhaps, deep down in his heart, he already knew that such a destination would come sooner or later. On October 22, 1985, the legendary general Xu Shiyou completed his battle chapter.
This stems from the profound memories and records of Luo Yuansheng, Xu Shaomin, Cheng Taihe and others. 【Reference**】Party History Expo and Archives and Construction, 2001 and 2012.