"72nd Anniversary of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea" remembers the turbulent years and always has a grateful heart -- Ding Wancai, a veteran of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea in our county

25 October marks the 72 nd anniversary of the Chinese People's Volunteers going abroad to fight in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea. Recently, this reporter walked into the home of Ding Wancai, a 91-year-old veteran of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea in our county, and listened to him talk about the years when the weather was freezing and the smoke of gunfire was full.

Ding Wancai, a 91-year-old veteran of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, lives in Hetan Village, Guanfang Township, Guanghe County, and fought bloodily on the front line of the Korean War for two years and was awarded third-class merit. Now he is old, but when he talks about the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, he has a clear organization and quick thinking, and he remembers the past of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, and his eyes are soaked with tears whenever he recalls his comrades-in-arms using his body to defend justice. "Crossing the Baihan River and not eating fried noodles" is a scene that Ding Wancai still has to forget. At that time, the war environment was harsh and the conditions were difficult, but they always adhered to the principles of "not eating a grain of rice from the DPRK" and "leaving no compatriot behind", defended the Korean people with bravery and tenacity on the Korean battlefield, and established the steely military courage of Chinese soldiers.

Ding Wancai, a veteran of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea in Guanghe County, said: "At that time, a soldier was injured in the leg and lost a lot of blood, so I bandaged the wounded and carried the wounded to the regiment headquarters medical team. ”

In Ding Wancai's recollection, at that time, Korea faced not only enemy artillery fire, but also great challenges in terms of rations and clothing, and countless comrades-in-arms died on the front of winning victory after victory.

Ding Wancai said: "The weather was also relatively cold, and the soles of our shoes cracked off during the march, so we walked barefoot. ”

The story of the past and present touches the heart, and every detail is unforgettable. For the happiness and health of his juniors, Ding Wancai and his countless comrades-in-arms fought bravely and followed one after another. According to the Guanghe County Veterans Affairs Bureau, 11 volunteers from our county participated in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, and only the old man Ding Wancai is still alive today.

Old photographs and medals have profoundly interpreted the heroic deeds of the revolutionary forefathers who went forward for the lofty ideals and for the country and the people, fearless of life and death. 72 years ago, the Chinese People's Volunteers charged forward and illuminated the mountains and rivers of the motherland with iron bones; After 72 years, the mountains and rivers are unharmed and the people are healthy. Searching for veterans is not only a remembrance of history, but also a search for the history of the motherland and the soul of the nation. The fighting spirit of the volunteers to resist US aggression and aid Korea in fighting bloody battles and fearing no sacrifice is a precious resource that we have passed on to the line.

In recent years, Guanghe County has continuously improved the service system for retired soldiers, conscientiously implemented the policy of preferential treatment for servicemen, improved the level of service management and guarantee, and enhanced the sense of honor and gain of retired soldiers.

Ma Shangxu, deputy director of the service center of the county Veterans Affairs Administration, said: "In accordance with the requirements of the superiors, our veterans department has carried out condolence activities, actively connected with relevant departments to handle the social security continuation of retired soldiers, followed up on adaptive training, and recommended outstanding retired soldiers to work at the grassroots level or in enterprises." At present, we are making every effort to issue preferential treatment cards and confirm preferential care for veterans, laying the foundation for the next step of efficient and convenient service for retired soldiers. ”

Reporter: Ma Xia Ma Weilong

Editor: Ma Xia

Responsible Editor: Ma Keyang