From the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression to the War of Liberation, and then to the Vietnam War, the 128th Division has been brilliant all the way. Once known as the "Storming Tigers", they were strong in combat and were especially good at siege operations, causing great pressure on the enemy. During the war years, they went through many reorganizations, from the 17th Division to the 43rd Army, and finally transferred to the Armed Police Force.
During the War of Liberation, the achievements of the 128th Division were remarkable. They participated in many important battles, such as the Siping Siege, the Jinzhou Siege, and the Tianjin Siege. Whether it was a stormy attack or a field operation, they performed well. And the blasting and siege tactics they are good at have become a major feature of the 17th Division. This unit enjoyed a high reputation in the entire Northeast Field Army.
However, the end of the war did not bring an end to the 128th Division, but instead brought new challenges. They were first subordinate to the Hainan Military Region, then transferred to the 20th Group Army, and finally became part of the Armed Police Force. This frequent adaptation interrupted their battle sequence, and the 128th Division, which was originally a "storming tiger", became an armed police mobile division. From the tanks and cannons of weaponry to the current grappling fists, the mission of these fighters has also changed.
Despite many reorganizations, the 128th Division still has a glorious history. On the battlefield in Vietnam, they showed the combat style of the "four fields" troops and won more glory for themselves. However, the reorganization and adjustment is also a test for this unit, especially after losing the original battle sequence and becoming an armed police force, they need to adapt to the new environment and tasks.
The change of the location of the division headquarters was also part of the reorganization process. Although the history of the 128th Division was not long, their station remained in the Gongyi area of Henan. This geographical location was of great military importance, both to defend the military headquarters and to support the troops of friendly neighbors. The geographical advantages, transportation conditions, and economic foundation of Gongyi have provided good conditions for the construction of the division headquarters.
In general, the 128th Division had risen to prominence in the war and was known as the "Tiger", but with the end of the war, their battle sequence was interrupted and they were transferred to the Armed Police Force as a mobile division. Their history has gone through many ups and downs, but no matter what, they have written glorious chapters with their strength and courage. Although the war is over, the honor of the 128th Division is forever fixed in those fighting years.
