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During his inspection of Fan County, Puyang City, Lu Zhangong of the Henan Provincial Party Committee heard that there was a veteran who had participated in the Liberation War living there.
When everyone saw the 87-year-old veteran Li Wenxiang, Lu Zhangong and the entire condolence team were deeply attracted by the indifferent heroic spirit exuded by the old man.
After the condolences, the old man Li Wenxiang began to tell the glorious past of the past. However, the appearance of a shabby baggage shocked the scene.
The package was filled with certificates of honor and medals, revealing the great exploits that the old man Li Wenxiang had made on the battlefield, but he had been living a low-key life.
What kind of experience did this veteran have in his early years, and what kind of glorious past did he hide?
Let's unravel the mystery of this hero and listen to the legend of that buried time.
Surprise Visit: Heroes Don't Leave Their Names
During a visit by Lu Zhangong, secretary of the Henan Provincial Party Committee, to the countryside to offer condolences, he accidentally entered the home of the old man Li Wenxiang under the guidance of local personnel.
At the prompting of the local cadres, an old man with gray hair came into view, and one of the cadres recognized him as the old man Li Wenxiang. Lu Zhangong cordially greeted him and exchanged friendly greetings with Li Wenxiang.
The old man welcomed Lu Zhangong and his entourage to his home to sit down, he did not know the identity of the leader, and humbly said that his life was still good.
Lu Zhangong carefully observed the old man's residence until a photo aroused his curiosity. The photo made him realize that the old man in front of him was not ordinary. Asked if the medal was still there, Li Wenxiang readily agreed, and led everyone into the room and took out a shabby baggage.
From the baggage, the old man slowly took out several medals, three of which he had obtained in 1950, representing special merit, first-class merit, and second-class merit. Lu Zhangong's eyes lit up, and the weight of this veteran's exploits made him shocked.
After in-depth understanding, Lu Zhangong found that the old man actively responded to the call of the country in 1962, gave up his official position, returned to his hometown to become a farmer, and also served as a production team leader.
Lu Zhangong was shocked by the story of Li Wenxiang, a veteran who maintained a humble attitude and lived an ordinary but noble life through the vicissitudes of life. Lu Zhangong realized that today's itinerary was worthwhile, because the old man in front of him could be said to be a model of high wind and bright festivals.
Born and died, he made many military exploits
In May 1925, in Fan County, Puyang City, Henan Province, a humble farmer happily welcomed a newborn, Li Wenxiang.
At the age of 22, bidding farewell to his relatives, he resolutely left home to join the army and embarked on the road to liberate the whole of China. His belonging is the Huaye 10th Column, a famous column that witnessed the heroic journey of Chen Yi and Su Yu.
At the outbreak of the Battle of Jinan, Li Wenxiang's unit received an urgent order to attack the Yongzhen Gate of Jinan. The enemy army held on to the walls of Jinan, forming an impregnable barrier.
After six days of stubborn fighting, the army paid a heavy price, but it was still unable to conquer it. In the end, our army decided to set up a blasting team, and Li Wenxiang did not hesitate to devote himself to it.
So, on September 22, he joined the second demolition team. At the last moment in front of the city wall, he pushed more than 20 catties of explosives and fearlessly rushed to the front line. With a series of explosions, the defense line of Yongzhen Gate was successfully breached.
The city of Jinan was successfully liberated, and the soldiers of the national army were defeated, and Li Wenxiang also made great achievements and won the honor of second-class merit.
Two months later, he participated in the Xuzhou Blockade.
In this fierce battle, he demonstrated a unique skill in fighting tanks. The agility of his body allowed him to dodge enemy attacks, and then he did not hesitate to deliver the explosives package to the tank tracks.
More than 20 tanks were destroyed under his courageous reputation, and his comrades-in-arms called him "Tank Terminator", and Li Wenxiang was awarded special merit for his heroic deeds.
His heroic deeds did not end. Subsequently, he participated in many battles one after another and made unremitting efforts for the cause of the liberation of the mainland. In the halo of honor, he was awarded the honorary titles of meritorious hero of the people, model of battle, etc.
There was a higher command who wanted him to serve as a company instructor, but based on his lack of education, he humbly refused and finally accepted the position of deputy company commander.
But why did this valiant warrior later become an obscure old peasant?
Returning to his hometown
In 1956, Li Wenxiang ended his brave years in the army and transferred to a state-owned construction company to become a police officer in the security department.
In this seemingly ordinary position, he not only did his best for the safety of the company, but also met love, and built a happy life with his later wife.
However, over time, the entire country fell into economic difficulties.
In 1962, the state urgently called for cadres to support the countryside, and Li Wenxiang resolutely chose to give up his stability in the city and returned to his hometown with his wife, ushering in a new chapter of life. He served as the production captain and village party secretary in the township, shouldering the great responsibility of revitalizing his homeland.
This decision was made with a spirit of sacrifice and dedication. Li Wenxiang returned to his impoverished hometown without hesitation, with a deep attachment to his hometown and a fervent desire for construction.
He invested all his savings in buying wheat, transforming saline-alkali land, and trying to make the villagers in his hometown have enough to eat.
However, the homecoming hero did not talk about his past, he buried the past of the war in his heart, and almost no one knew that he was once a combat hero.
In the village, he was only considered a cadre from the city, a village party secretary who worked silently. This humility and low-key make the respect of the village even more precious.
Not for fame, do practical things: the heart of the people who work silently
In the deep tranquility of the village, an ordinary old man, named Li Wenxiang, although he has not been famous for thousands of years, has written a story for the people with practical actions.
"Lao Li has done a lot of practical things for the village over the years. The director of the village committee mentioned in an admiring tone that he was talking about the old man who worked silently. The farm in the east, the school in the west, and the road in front of the door were the first people he donated money. ”
This is not a slogan, but a testimony of the years. Li Wenxiang's actions are not vain promises, but sincere dedication to the well-being of the village as interpreted by money and practical projects.
In 1979, China launched the household responsibility system. At this time, Li Wenxiang was more than half a hundred years old, but the years did not cool down his passion.
Thirty years of farming has made him have a deep affection for the land, and he is still full of endless love and responsibility for this land.
With the change of the state's policy, the production team was abolished and the household contract responsibility system was introduced. Li Wenxiang took the initiative to step down from the position of captain of the production team and became an ordinary peasant.
But that didn't diminish his service. Even with the change of status, he still deeply remembered his belief in serving the people.
The former veteran cadres have not forgotten their original intentions after leaving their posts. Whenever the village needed him, he was always the first to step up and take the lead.
Colleagues unanimously praised him as a good cadre, because he never took advantage of the public, and even if it was the welfare of the village, he was always the last to enjoy it.
In his view, serving the people was a duty and his original intention to participate in the revolution. In his later years, Li Wenxiang most often talked about "don't cause trouble to the country and the organization."
These simple words perfectly interpret his deep affection for the country and the people, and have also become the motto he has adhered to throughout his life.
In this old man, we see an ordinary and great farmer, a hero who works silently for the people. His life is a guardian of his original intention and a vivid portrayal of living for the people.
There is no need for a halo, and he interprets the firm belief of being born for the people with practical actions. The silent hero of this village is the warmest scenery in that land.
Learn the spirit of Li Wenxiang
This sudden visit brought the special merits of the old heroes to the national stage. Li Wenxiang is not only a hero on the battlefield, but also a national hero who has returned to his hometown for construction.
Lu Zhangong deeply sighed that the perseverance and dedication of the old man Li Wenxiang is an indelible honor.
The story of the veteran spread on the Internet, and the social response was rapid, which attracted widespread attention. On major media and social platforms, the news of the 87-year-old veteran has become a hot topic, and the society has set off a wave of learning Li Wenxiang's spirit.
In September 2011, he was awarded the National Model Representative of Dedication, and the following year he became a delegate to the 18th Congress of the Communist Party of China, and was cordially received by national leaders, demonstrating the country's respect for heroes.
On social media, people liked, shared, and paid tribute to the veterans. Netizens have launched public welfare activities to care for veterans and provide care and help for more soldiers.
Li Wenxiang's story has sparked concern about the resettlement of veterans, and society has called for better living guarantees for these heroes. At the same time, society began to think about how to inherit and carry forward the spirit of soldiers, so that the deeds of these heroes can inspire future generations.
Li Wenxiang's spirit has set off a ripple of patriotic dedication in society, become a model for people to learn from, and awaken more concern and respect for heroes in society.
epilogue
He silently dedicated himself throughout his life and created a touching military life for the country and his fellow villagers.
Li Wenxiang, an ordinary and great name, his story is not only a military legend, but also a model of how ordinary people can integrate their heroic contributions into the construction of their hometown.
His medals shimmered in the sun, just like his life, leaving brilliant traces in the long river of years.
87-year-old Li Wenxiang used his life to compose an epic about responsibility, dedication, perseverance and family and country feelings. This veteran does not leave a name, but he shows greatness in the ordinary.
His story, like a shining star, illuminates the way forward for each of us!
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