In 1938, Dachang Village was heavily surrounded by Japanese troops, and the situation was extremely critical. At this critical juncture, Aunt Chang silently thought about how to transfer Commander Xiao Hua safely. When her eyes fell on the jujube pile in the courtyard, she instantly had an idea.
"Commander Xiao, come with me!" Aunt Chang said to Xiao Hua quickly and quietly, leading him to the jujube pile. Xiao Hua also understood that the situation was urgent, so he didn't say much, and quickly got into the jujube pile.
However, the development of things was beyond Chang Auntie's expectations.
Soon, the Japanese rushed into the courtyard. Aunt Chang's heart was beating faster, and she tried to keep herself calm, pretending to be busy in the yard as if nothing happened.
"Hey, is there anything to eat here?" a Japanese soldier suddenly walked over and picked up a date with a bayonet. After he tasted it, his eyes lit up, "Well!
Aunt Chang's heart suddenly rose to her throat. She hurriedly stepped forward, put on a smile and said, "Taijun, however, they have all been booked and are going to be sent to the city." ”
"Send it to the city? Hmph! We're going to take it away now!" said the Japanese soldier brutally.
At the critical juncture, how did Chang Da Niang hide Commander Xiao Hua behind the jujube pile, and how did she tactfully lead away the Japanese army? Her tunnel not only became a refuge for the Eighth Route Army, but also treated countless wounded soldiers. What kind of life and death test has this hero, who is known as the "backbone of the nation", experience?
Today, let's walk into the world of this hero and feel her wisdom and courage.
In the winter of 1938, Leling in Shandong Province had been occupied by the Japanese invaders for several months, and the cold wind was as piercing as a knife. In this difficult time, the villagers live under the iron hooves of the enemy, struggling for survival every day.
In order to establish a solid anti-Japanese base area, Commander Xiao Hua frequently sent personnel to carry out activities here. And behind this group of heroic anti-Japanese fighters, there is an old man who pays silently - Chang Da Niang.
Chang Auntie's real name is Liu Xianghui, with a square face and a pair of rough hands that have witnessed the hard work of the years. He wears a traditional placket with his little feet, and the dry tobacco pouch in his hand accompanies him all year round. Although he was illiterate, he was very sensible and assertive.
Chang Da Niang was born in a poor family, and at the age of 9, she was forced to become the child daughter-in-law of a mute old man in the village. Despite the fact that fate was so unfair to her, she never complained. Luckily, her husband, who was mute, cared for her.
Today, Aunt Chang is a mother of six children, and the burden of life weighs her breathlessly. However, even in such a difficult environment, she still firmly supported the anti-Japanese cause.
Every time the soldiers of the Eighth Route Army came to the village, Aunt Chang always said enthusiastically: "Come on, come on, come into the house to warm up, I'll make you something delicious!"
The soldiers were full of respect for this kind and enthusiastic old man, and they knew that Chang Da Niang not only treated them like family, but also supported them solidly.
One day, Commander Xiao Hua and his comrades-in-arms were secretly discussing affairs at Chang Da Niang's house. Aunt Chang was busy preparing some simple food for them, and she said while she was busy: "You have worked hard, eat some to cushion your stomach first, and I will make you a good meal later." ”
However, before the meeting was over, there was a sudden cacophony outside. The residents of the village hurriedly reported to Xiao Hua: "Commander, hide quickly! The Japanese soldiers are coming!"
Xiao Hua's comrades-in-arms immediately scattered, but Xiao Hua failed to evacuate in time. At this critical moment, Aunt Chang was in a hurry, and she quickly guided Xiao Xiaohua: "Quick, follow me!" She took Xiao Hua to hide in the pile of dates in the yard, and carefully covered him completely with dates.
Xiao Hua just wanted to say something, but Aunt Chang immediately put a finger on her lips: "Shhh ”
Soon after, Japanese soldiers brutally broke into Chang Da's house. Their goal was clear - to search for the whereabouts of the Eighth Route Army. Aunt Chang stood at the door, trying her best to pretend to be panicked: "Taijun, what are you doing here? I don't have the Eighth Route Army at home!"
The Japanese officer asked indifferently: "We heard that the Eighth Route Army is hiding here, do you see where they have gone?"
Aunt Chang hurriedly denied: "No! How can I, an old woman, have a connection with the Eighth Route Army?" Her tone was full of fear and helplessness, as if she had been frightened by the Japanese soldiers.
The Japanese soldiers began to rummage around the house, but found nothing.
Just as they finished searching, a Japanese soldier caught a glimpse of the dates in the courtyard, they were red and large, and the Japanese soldier instantly drooled. Without saying a word, he picked one up with his bayonet and ate it deliciously.
"These dates look delicious. He said greedily as he walked towards the pile of dates. So, the scene described at the beginning happened.
At the moment of emergency, the sharp-eyed Aunt Chang saw that her son was about to come in from outside the courtyard, her heart moved, and she immediately gave her son a look. The son nodded knowingly, and at the same time saw the Japanese soldiers in the courtyard, and he understood his mother's thoughts.
Aunt Chang took the opportunity to step forward and said to the Japanese soldiers: "Taijun, you must be hungry when you come from afar, right? I'll go and prepare some food for you." With that, she turned and walked towards the kitchen.
After walking into the kitchen, Mrs. Chang deliberately slammed the pot on the ground, making a loud "clang". Immediately afterward, she shouted again: "Oh, what's going on?" and this shout successfully attracted the attention of the Japanese army.
At this moment, there was a sudden "clang" sound outside the window, and the window of Chang Da Niang's house was smashed from the outside! Chang Da Niang took the opportunity to shout: "There is a thief! Catch the thief!" She shouted while signaling the direction of the window to the Japanese soldiers.
When the Japanese soldiers heard the shouting, they immediately looked out of the window and saw a figure fleeing quickly towards the date grove. They mistakenly thought that it was the soldiers of the Eighth Route Army they were chasing, so they pulled out their guns one after another and hurriedly chased towards the jujube forest.
Looking at the backs of the Japanese soldiers in the distance, Aunt Chang finally breathed a sigh of relief.
It was only when the footsteps of the Japanese soldiers disappeared completely that Xiao Hua dared to poke his head out of the pile of dates. He cautiously looked around and made sure it was safe before he dared to fully drill out. Aunt Chang hurriedly stepped forward and helped him pat off the jujube leaves and dust on his body.
"Auntie, thanks to you this time. Xiao Hua said gratefully, "But I'm still worried about your son's safety." ”
Aunt Chang smiled, and there was a hint of firmness in her eyes: "Commander, don't worry." My son is smart, and he's as familiar with the forest as his own backyard. Those little devils can't catch him. As she spoke, she clenched her fist slightly, as if to give her son more strength.
After experiencing this crisis, Aunt Chang knew that Xiao Hua and their meeting here was extremely risky. She decided to go out in person to provide a safer meeting place for the soldiers of the Eighth Route Army.
"Commander, I want to dig a tunnel in the courtyard. Aunt Chang proposed her thoughts to Xiao Hua, "So that you don't have to worry about it when you have a meeting." ”
Xiao Hua was greatly moved after hearing this: "Auntie, you are risking your life for us!"
"Commander, you are out of sight. Aunt Chang waved her hand, "We are all a family, and I should do all this." ”
Just do it, Aunt Chang immediately began to dig the tunnel. Her hands were covered in blisters and blood, but she never complained. Whenever someone advised her to take a break, she always smiled and said, "It's okay, my old bones are still tough!"
Finally, with the persistence and efforts of Aunt Chang, the tunnel was successfully completed. Not only is the tunnel long enough (60 meters), the height and width are also moderate, but the exit is also hidden and safe. After Xiao Hua and the others had this tunnel, they no longer had to worry about being raided by Japanese soldiers when they had a meeting.
"Auntie, you are really our life-saving benefactor!" Xiao Hua excitedly shook Chang Auntie's hand and said, "This tunnel not only saved our lives, but also gave us the confidence to deal with the enemy!"
"Commander, when you say this, you will be out of sight. Aunt Chang smiled and withdrew her hand, "You fight devils for our people, it's nothing for me to do this." ”
Although she said this, a smile of pride and relief appeared on her face. She knew that everything she had done for the soldiers of the Eighth Route Army was worth it.
Since then, Chang Da Niang's tunnel has also taken on another important task - to treat wounded soldiers. Regardless of her personal safety, she was busy in the tunnels day after day, delivering hot meals to the wounded soldiers and carefully changing their dressings and bandaging.
During those arduous years of the Anti-Japanese War, Mrs. Chang saved the lives of more than 60 anti-Japanese soldiers with her kindness and bravery. She used her practical actions to interpret what is called "the backbone of the nation".
After the victory of the Anti-Japanese War, in order to commend Chang Damiang's outstanding contribution and noble spirit, the local government specially produced a pennant with a letter: "Pay tribute to Chang Damiang, the revolutionary mother who made immortal contributions in the eight-year Anti-Japanese War".
This pennant is not only a personal tribute to her, but also a high respect for all those who have made efforts and sacrifices for the victory of the Anti-Japanese War.
After that, Chang Damiang's name spread in Leling County, and her deeds even reached the ears of Chairman Mao. The president was full of praise for her, calling her "a mother of great love for the country and a revolution."
As a representative of the first to third people's congresses of Leling County, Chang Damiang has attended the Shandong Provincial Preferential Care Congress.
In Chang Da Niang's later years, there was an important thing that made her proud: in October 1970, at the age of 79, she finally joined the Communist Party of China. When she learned the news, she slapped her face excitedly and said happily: "I am also a member of the Communist Party!"
However, the years are merciless, and on November 27, 1974, Mrs. Chang left us forever at the age of 83.
Today, in the Shandong Provincial Museum, the heroic deeds of Chang Damiang are still shining in the exhibition.
Aunt Chang's life is ordinary and great. She used her actions to interpret what is the true patriotic spirit and revolutionary feelings.