Introduction: No matter what era we are in, how comfortable life is today, we must not forget those brave warriors who went to the soup and the fire in the revolutionary war! They have won battles large and small for the founding of our new China. Every time they fight, they face the danger to their lives. But in front of serving the country, they abandon the small self to achieve the big self.
In 1955, our country organized a military rank award in recognition of these heroic soldiers. So today, let's get close to the 4 heroes of the Battle of Shangganling and listen to their stories together.
The Battle of Shangganling took place during the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, and this campaign was fought to defend the country and aid Korea. The battle was fierce, and countless brave warriors died heroically. The US troops are well-equipped, and the tanks and cannons are released day and night, constantly bombing the occupied areas of our army. In this campaign, countless officers and fighters emerged, who were not afraid of sacrifice and dared to fight.
In 1955, the state awarded military ranks as a tribute. Today we are going to talk about the four meritorious division commanders who performed well in the Battle of Shangganling, who are they? What ranks were awarded in this rank?
I. Rank of Major General - You Taizhong, commander of the 34th Division of the 12th Army
At the beginning of 1931, at the age of 13, You Taizhong joined the Red Army and followed in the footsteps of the Red Army. You Taizhong can be described as a young and promising, he has already participated in battles at a young age, and has performed well, and has been praised as a "combat tiger". In his early years, he followed the Red Army all the way and participated in countless battles. From the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the War of Liberation, and now the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, You Taizhong obeyed the command and fought bravely.
At that time, You Taizhong, the commander of the 34th Division of the 12th Army, was not initially sent to the Battle of Shangganling, and organized and ordered You Taizhong to lead a team to guard the stronghold and wait for the order. However, due to the unpredictable situation in the Battle of Shangganling, it was difficult for each team to resist, and under the pressure of the situation, the organization appointed a team of You Taizhong to participate in the battle. Temporarily appointed, self-evidently stable, You Taizhong quickly adjusted his state and immediately participated in the battle.
Under the command of You Taizhong and in close coordination with other troops, we won the Battle of Shangganling. After that, You Taizhong fought bravely in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea until he won the final victory in the war.
In 1955, You Taizhong was awarded the rank of major general. In 1988, You Taizhong was promoted to the rank of general.
Second, the rank of colonel - Zhang Xianyang, commander of the 29th Division of the 15th Army
Zhang Xianyang fought with the Red Army in his early years and was a powerful general on Zhu De's side. At the Battle of Shangganling, he was appointed commander of the 29th Division of the 15th Army. He had fought countless battles in his life, and his ability was highlighted by following Chen Xi in the famous "Yangmingbao Great Victory". There is also a small episode about Zhang Xianyang leading the team to participate in the battle of Shangganling.
Before the battle was about to begin, Zhang Xianyang was not the commander of the 29th Division of the 15th Army, but an ordinary officer. Before the organization issued the order, Zhang Xianyang's unit was even stripped of its number, and the company led the team was included in the 29th Division of the 15th Army. Zhang Xianyang was unwilling in his heart, and his mouth also quipped, "Why do we want to follow this battle?" Did you work as a cook in the past? ”
Unexpectedly, the next order of the organization immediately dispelled his doubts, which was not a bright ascension and a secret surrender, questioning his ability" After the organization arranged, Zhang Xianyang's ability was outstanding, and he was specially appointed as the commander of the 29th Division of the 15th Army, and immediately participated in the battle with the army! Zhang Xianyang was not afraid of sacrifice in the Battle of Shangganling and commanded properly. In 1955, Zhang Xianyang was awarded the rank of colonel. In 1961, Zhang Xianyang was awarded the rank of major general.
3. Rank of Colonel - Li Changlin, deputy commander of the 31st Division of the 12th Army
Li Changlin joined the Red Army in 1933 and began to fight with the Red Army troops. During the Liberation War, the Chengdu Campaign broke out, and Li Changlin led the team to fight, which can be described as a great achievement. Hit the big with the small, and defeat the strong with the weak. Under the heroic command of Li Changlin, the two battalions he was in actually captured the commander of the enemy's division. Li Changlin's ability was also highlighted at this moment.
In the Battle of Shangganling, the battle was imminent, and the enemy's firepower was unstoppable. After the organizational decision, the 31st Division of the 12th Army, which was appointed by Li Changlin, immediately sent additional troops to support the front. Li Changlin was instructed to immediately arrange for the troops to depart and deploy reinforcements overnight.
This reinforcement fought very beautifully, not only protecting the retreat of the main force of our army, but also the 31st Division of the 12th Army, where Li Changlin belonged, also all retreated unharmed. In 1955, Li Changlin was awarded the rank of colonel.
Fourth, the rank of major general - Cui Jiangong, commander of the 45th Division of the 15th Army
Cui Jiangong was born in 1915, and grew up living without enough food and clothing, and begged for a living in the turbulent displacement. In 1931, Cui Jiangong came to the northeast to join the army. At first, Cui Jiangong was not a member of the Red Army, but was subordinate to the Nationalist Army. However, at a time when the people were not happy, Cui Jiangong understood the difference between the Nationalist army and the Red Army, and in the process of resisting Japan together, his heart slowly turned to the Red Army.
Later, in the Liberation War, Cui Jiangong was appointed by the Nationalist army to lead the encirclement and suppression of the Red Army. Cui Jiangong did not want to do such a cannibalistic thing, and after the Red Army issued the order that "those who surrender should not kill, preferential treatment of prisoners of war", Cui Jiangong immediately surrendered his weapons and surrendered to the Red Army, beginning his life of fighting horses.
In the Battle of Shangganling, Cui Jiangong was appointed commander of the 45th Division of the 15th Army and officially led the troops to fight. In the battle, Cui Jiangong commanded the troops to win sniper battles large and small with his extraordinary courage.
In 1955, Cui Jiangong was awarded the rank of major general.
The hero is dead, but the hero lives on. We now recall these revolutionary generals and talk about their ranks and stories of joining the army in order to tell future generations that we should never forget the revolutionary warriors and always remember their sacrifices!