In 1964, Commander Xu Shiyou of the Nanjing Military Region went to Beijing for a meeting, the main topic of which was to popularize the "Guo Xingfu Teaching Method" summarized by the Nanjing Military Region and to promote a nationwide mass military training movement.
This teaching method is praised as an effective military training method, which can improve the combat effectiveness and overall quality of soldiers.
After Xu Shiyou saw the old chief, he insisted on adjusting the room so that he could get closer to Zhan Caifang. Although the hotel attendant said that he could not change the arrangement, Xu Shiyou insisted on it, and in the end the hotel had no choice but to change the room for him.
Behind this episode is Xu Shiyou's deep affection for the old chief and his cherishing of friendship.
In Xu Shiyou's later life, everyone gradually discovered the pattern: as long as he traveled and attended the meeting, if Zhan Caifang also came to the meeting, they would be arranged in an adjacent room.
So, why do Xu Shiyou and Zhan Caifang have such a close comradeship? Everyone knows that this dates back to the Red Army period, when Zhan Caifang was Xu Shiyou's Bole.
When Xu Shiyou was still the squad leader, Zhan Caifang was the company commander. He admired Xu Shiyou's bravery and not being afraid of death, so he has always paid attention to and cultivated him. Under Zhan Caifang's careful cultivation and care, Xu Shiyou grew rapidly and was promoted to platoon commander, company commander and other positions, and Zhan Caifang has always been by his side.
Under the guidance of Zhan Caifang, Xu Shiyou was promoted to the head of the regiment with his excellent combat ability, and he was on the same level as Zhan Caifang. Although they were not in the same division, the comradeship between the two was not diluted because of this.
In July 1933, the Red Fourth Front Army was expanded, Zhan Caifang was promoted to political commissar of the Red 9th Army, and Xu Shiyou was appointed deputy commander, and they were approved by their superiors at the same time.
When organizing the solicitation of candidates for deputy commanders, Zhan Caifang did not hesitate to recommend Xu Shiyou, and this decision was quickly approved.
Because of Zhan Caifang's appreciation, Xu Shiyou jumped from a regimental-level cadre to a military-level cadre, laying the foundation for his future military career. Under Zhan Caifang's recommendation, Xu Shiyou concurrently served as the commander of the 25th Division, and after Zhan Caifang was transferred to the political commissar of the Red 31st Army, he was promoted to the commander of the Red 4th Army.
Although they were of the same rank, Xu Shiyou always respected Zhan Caifang as an old chief and was grateful to him all his life. During Xu Shiyou's tenure as commander of the Nanjing Military Region, he often communicated with Zhan Caifang, who served as deputy commander of the Guangzhou Military Region, to discuss problems and contradictions in his work and pour out his unhappiness.
Zhan Caifang has always cared about Xu Shiyou, who is seriously ill, even if they have taken a back seat. Xu Shiyou has entertained Zhan Caifang many times, and even greeted him at the station in person.
Although he is busy with work, as long as Zhan Caifang passes by Nanjing, Xu Shiyou will always try his best to find time to accompany him. Their comradeship-in-arms is deep, and Xu Shiyou always regards Zhan Caifang as his chief, and will confide his heart to him at any time.
During Xu Shiyou's serious illness, Zhan Caifang specially called ** to express condolences, and this deep friendship was touching.
Zhan Caifang, who was lying on the hospital bed, heard the voice of the old chief, and his mood suddenly stabilized, and the two chatted all over the world. During the conversation, Xu Shiyou complained: "Chief, tell me, after we old comrades retired from the second line, we didn't even issue military uniforms, what is the meaning of life? ”
After hearing this, Zhan Caifang immediately advised Xu Shiyou to understand the decision of the Central Military Commission, believing that this was a decision made for all the old comrades who had retreated to the second line, and not against him alone.
After listening to Zhan Caifang's persuasion, Xu Shiyou's emotions gradually calmed down, and he was willing to accept Zhan Caifang's suggestion.
In the relationship between Xu Shiyou and his family, although Zhan Caifang is one year younger than Xu Shiyou, because he joined the army earlier than Xu Shiyou and is Xu Shiyou's guide, Xu Shiyou has respected him all his life.
This not only reflects Xu Shiyou's boldness and righteousness, but also the best performance of his life's love and righteousness.