In the long course of China's history, the Chinese people's army has made great contributions to the country's independence and the people's happiness with its firm conviction and mighty attitude. In these glorious chapters, a special contingent, the first honor guard of the Chinese People's Army, has become an indispensable part of the development of the Chinese army with its unique mission and glory.
1. Background and original intention of the establishment
In 1946, China was on the verge of a civil war between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party, and the international situation was extremely complicated. In order to ease the tense relations between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party, US Special Presidential Envoy Marshall was invited to visit China. Against such a historical background, the Party Central Committee decided to form a guard of honor to display the image of the Chinese army as a mighty and civilized army.
2. The formation and selection of the honor guard
After the instructions of the Party Central Committee were issued, a certain regiment stationed in Nanniwan quickly took action. Regiment commander Luo Shaowei personally served as the battalion commander, and Wei Zhiming served as the instructor, and they carefully selected 500 young, capable, and military-oriented soldiers from the whole regiment to form a guard of honor for three companies. These fighters have undergone rigorous training and selection, and they not only have excellent military qualities, but also have outstanding mental outlook.
3. The debut of the guard of honor
March 4, 1946 is a day that will go down in history. Mao Zedong, Zhou Enlai, Zhu De and other central leaders accompanied Marshall to inspect the newly formed guard of honor on the airport tarmac. Dressed in brand-new uniforms and armed with weapons captured from the Japanese army, the honor guards held their heads held high, and were inspected with uniform steps and majestic military postures. Their outstanding performance won warm applause and high praise from those present.
Fourth, the inheritance and development of the honor guard
Since the formation of the first guard of honor, this team has become a bright business card of the Chinese army. They not only displayed the mighty image of the Chinese armed forces on various major occasions in China, but also went abroad many times to participate in international military parades and diplomatic activities, winning honor for China. At the same time, the guard of honor has also continued to grow, from the initial few hundred to the current size of thousands, becoming an indispensable part of the Chinese army.
5. The glory and responsibility of the honor guard
The birth of the first honor guard of the Chinese People's Army is not only an important symbol of the modernization of the Chinese armed forces, but also a concentrated embodiment of the spirit and image of the Chinese armed forces. With their sweat and efforts, they have won dignity and honor for the country and the people. In the future, this contingent will continue to shoulder the important task of displaying the image and strength of the Chinese armed forces, and contribute to the prosperity of the motherland and the happiness and well-being of the people.
The birth and glory of the first honor guard of the Chinese People's Army is a good story in the development of the Chinese army. They used their practical actions to interpret the loyalty and responsibility of Chinese soldiers, and also showed us the demeanor and strength of the Chinese army. In the days to come, we believe that this team will continue to carry forward the glorious tradition and write a more brilliant chapter for the prosperity of the motherland and the happiness and well-being of the people.