Hi, fellow time travelers !️, today, I would like to take you on a journey through time and space to visit the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea in the 1950s, which was full of wisdom and courage. This history is full of unknown stories, let's unveil this era together.
Our story begins in December 1950 at the Moscow Kremlin. Stalin, a giant in the political arena during World War II, was examining the Changjin Lake war report. Faced with China's request, he resolutely decided to come to the aid and delivered 36 divisions of Soviet equipment to the Volunteer Army. With the strong support of the Soviet Union, the situation on the Korean battlefield changed dramatically.
However, this raises the question of why Stalin did not give full aid to China in the first place? This involves Stalin's wisdom and deep understanding of strategy.
Looking back at World War II, Germany and Japan may have won tactically, but they made many mistakes at the strategic level. In contrast, Stalin's clever mediation allowed the Soviet Red Army to concentrate its forces on an enemy in one direction, avoiding the dilemma of being attacked on both sides. This strategic virtuosity made Stalin a prominent politician of the World War II era.
However, when China faced a powerful American threat, Chairman Mao sent a delegation to ask for Soviet assistance, but there was no quick response from Stalin. Why is there such a hesitation? Because in Stalin's view, it was difficult for China to achieve victory in the face of the American army, which was armed to the teeth. This view was not isolated at the time, as China had endured 14 years of fighting against Japan, which was relatively inferior in weapons, and now it was about to fight the U.S. military, and it was widely believed that China's chances of victory were slim.
More interestingly, Stalin took a wait-and-see attitude, hoping that China would expend its national strength in the battle and provide him with more leverage in future negotiations. After all, the Soviet Union had always longed for an outlet to the sea in Dalian, and this was a huge piece of the cake in Stalin's heart.
However, the successive victories of the Volunteer Army shocked Stalin and broke the situation he had originally envisaged. In the Battle of Changjin Lake, the Volunteer Army successfully surrounded and defeated the American army, much to Stalin's disbelief. This was not only a victory for China, but also a subversion of Stalin's earlier estimates. Chairman Mao's strategic vision and the heroic performance of the volunteers made Stalin realize that he could no longer sit idly by and watch China's plight.
Stalin urgently informed China that he promised to provide 36 divisions of brand new Soviet equipment as soon as possible. Although the aid is paid, as far as China is concerned, as long as it can reduce the casualties of the volunteers, it will not hesitate to spend as much as possible. Stalin's change of attitude showed his flexibility as a statesman and his keen insight into the international situation.
As a result, batches of Soviet weapons and equipment poured into China to support the volunteers. When he learned that the Volunteers were still using explosives packs against American tanks, Stalin quickly provided a large number of anti-tank grenades, which provided the Volunteers with more efficient weapons.
The superiority of the American air force on the Korean battlefield was also noted by Stalin. He sent a large number of Soviet pilots to put on the uniforms of the Volunteer Army and fly the latest MiG-15 fighters to deal a heavy blow to the US Air Force. The heroic sacrifices of hundreds of Soviet pilots made a great contribution to the victory of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea.
Not only that, but the USSR sent a group of instructors who specialized in teaching flight techniques and the use of new types of equipment. Their arrival not only raised the fighting level of the volunteers, but also laid a solid foundation for Sino-Soviet friendship.
By the second half of 1951, the volunteer soldiers were fully armed and surpassed the South Korean army in terms of firepower, which was perfectly demonstrated in the Battle of Geumseong. In the end, with the signing of the armistice agreement in 1953, the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea ended with China's great victory, and the international status of New China was significantly enhanced.
This history tells us that Stalin's wisdom and Chairman Mao's decisiveness jointly created a glorious chapter in Sino-Soviet friendship. At that time, in the face of the powerful United States, China dared to rise up and resist, and finally won the war, which not only consolidated national security, but also demonstrated the firm position of New China to the international community.
Now, when we look back at history, we find that China is no longer the China of the past. We have not only made great strides in terms of technology and equipment, but also demonstrated self-confidence and determination in international affairs. Chairman Mao's statement that "US imperialism is a paper tiger" has once again been verified. We are not afraid of power, we have enough strength and confidence, and we will not be afraid to face any threat.
In today's era, China plays an active role in international affairs and pursues the concept of peaceful development. In the confrontation with the United States, we have demonstrated our staunch military strength, and at the same time actively participated in global affairs and established the image of a responsible major country.
This history tells us that no matter how time passes, only by sticking to our beliefs and bravely facing difficulties can we write our own glorious chapter. The wheels of history are rolling forward, and we look forward to more people walking into history and understanding those turbulent years. This is a war that belongs to the Chinese people, and it is also a brilliant battle that shows the friendship between China and the Soviet Union. Let us remember together, don't forget the national shame, and move forward inspiringly! #抗美援朝 #历史巨变 #中苏友谊