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In the 60s of the last century, Li Min's life trajectory was like a tortuous river, and her life was full of twists and turns and tests after leaving Zhongnanhai. From the loneliness of childhood to the challenges of adulthood, she never forgot her father's teachings and wrote her story with tenacity and courage. But in 1977, she was unexpectedly caught up in a political storm and became the focus of the investigation. How did she stay strong in the face of complicated relationships and unfair treatment, and what was the strength that enabled her to overcome the odds and regain her place? Let's take Xiao Zhu into this story.
Li Min was born in 1936, at a critical juncture in the revolutionary struggle of our party. Chairman Mao is leading his troops and his wife He Zizhen to overcome many difficulties and advance in the direction of northern Shaanxi. During those challenging and dangerous days, He Zizhen gave birth to Li Min for Chairman Mao in a humble cave. Due to the extremely harsh environment at that time, Li Min, who was just born, faced a severe situation of malnutrition and frailty, and looked extremely thin. Chairman Mao gave her a loving nickname - "Jiaojiao", hoping that she would be able to thrive.
Li Min is not only the crystallization of love between Chairman Mao and his second wife, He Zizhen, but also the place where she was born, a simple and leaky cave, has also become a witness to this history. The origin of the nickname "Jiaojiao" is also due to Deng Yingchao. By chance, Deng Yingchao met Li Min and was moved by her fragile appearance, and exclaimed, "What a little petite", and since then this nickname has spread.
Fate is always full of uncertainties. In 1937, due to misunderstandings and contradictions with Chairman Mao, He Zizhen went to the Soviet Union alone, and since then he has been separated from Li Min. Chairman Mao knew that He Zizhen's life in a foreign country would be full of loneliness and difficulty, so when Li Min was four years old, he made a difficult decision - to send his daughter to the Soviet Union, hoping that the mother and daughter could rely on each other and comfort each other.
This history not only records the hardships and hardships of the family in the revolutionary years, but also shows the love and sacrifice in Chairman Mao's family. Li Min's birth, the story behind her nickname, and her experience of being sent to the Soviet Union to be reunited with her mother are all warm touches of that tumultuous time, telling the story of the choices and sacrifices made by a family in the face of national justice.
In 1949, Li Min returned to the arms of his father, Chairman Mao. After a long period of separation, she faced the challenge of readjusting to the language and culture, as her upbringing in the Soviet Union had left her with a vague understanding of the Chinese language and Chinese characters. After learning about his daughter's problem, Chairman Mao not only personally instructed her to write Chinese characters, but also specially prepared the Four Treasures of the Study Room for her, aiming to stimulate her interest and love for traditional Chinese culture.
As time progressed, Li Min gradually realized his father's deep meaning. By teaching her Chinese characters, Chairman Mao not only wanted her to master language skills, but more importantly, he hoped that she would deeply understand and inherit China's rich cultural heritage. When she reunited with her father as a teenager, Chairman Mao often introduced her in a proud tone: "My family has an international baby who knows foreign languages.
After returning to her father, Li Min entered the "Bayi" primary school under her official name, and then successfully entered the Girls' High School affiliated to Beijing Normal University. It was in this palace of learning that she met her future partner Kong Linghua. The two met in their youth on campus and walked into another chapter of their lives hand in hand. When Chairman Mao learned of his daughter's choice, he expressed full recognition and satisfaction with Kong Linghua's identity and character.
This experience not only marked the emotional reunion between Li Min and her father, but also witnessed her growth and progress in adapting to the culture of her motherland and learning traditional arts. Through this series of experiences, Li Min not only reshaped her cultural identity, but also found a life partner who moved forward with her lover, showing the dual journey of personal growth and family affection.
In 1963, Li Min's life underwent a drastic change, and this year became a watershed in the trajectory of her life. At her mother's strong request, she had to move out of Zhongnanhai, a place full of memories. She left her former home in a rudimentary flatbed truck loaded with all her belongings. Her heart was so heavy that it seemed that the whole world had lost its color at this moment. Although she still had a glimmer of hope in her heart, believing that this departure was only temporary, the reality was far more cruel than she imagined.
Since then, it has become extremely difficult to re-enter Zhongnanhai. Every attempt is subject to scrutiny, and from time to time you are turned away for a variety of reasons. Although Chairman Mao also missed his daughter very much in his heart, he did not intervene too much, considering the security system that must be followed.
Over time, the frequency of the father and daughter meeting gradually changed from once a month to once every two months. It has even become difficult to see each other for half a year or even a year. Such a change not only significantly affected their relationship, but also had a profound impact on Li Min's mind.
The experience during this period was a profound life and emotional test for Li Min. Despite the difficulties and challenges, she always maintained hope for the future and a deep affection for her family, all of which became an integral part of her life story.
In the spring of 1964, Li Min entered a new chapter in her career when she joined the Defense Science and Technology Commission as a staff officer, fulfilling her long-held dream of becoming a soldier. The realization of this dream has not been without its challenges. She soon realized that in order to be effective in this position, she had to master a large amount of complex military technical knowledge, which was a huge challenge for her. Li Min has the indomitable spirit of her father Chairman Mao, she is not afraid of difficulties, invests a lot of time and energy in learning, and has also received the encouragement and support of many colleagues, which makes her gradually adapt to this demanding job.
The good times began in 1968, when political fluctuations brought unprecedented challenges and pressures to Li Min. During these turbulent years, Chairman Mao suggested that she go to the Wuqi Cadre School to train herself through labor, but Li Min decided to continue to work in the National Defense Science and Technology Commission out of her persistence and belief in her career line. Although this decision made her situation more difficult, she still stuck to her choices and beliefs, and did not give in to difficulties.
In 1977, in the midst of a bitter political upheaval, Li Min unexpectedly became the center of the investigation. She has always adhered to Chairman Mao's teachings and tried to maintain a low-key state of work and life, and this time she found that she could not escape the fate of being drawn into the political maelstrom. On that ordinary morning, when she was on her usual trip to the office, the unexpected struck. Her work permit was held on a temporary basis while she was notified that she had to be investigated by the organization.
When Li Min discovered that she had been wrongly associated with the political clique led by Jiang Qing, the misunderstanding led to her dismissal, accompanied by severe restrictions on her personal freedoms, and instructions to cooperate with possible further scrutiny at any time. This sudden change quickly attracted the attention of Luo Ruiqing, secretary general of the Military Commission. In the face of such a sloppy and unfair review, General Luo Ruiqing made his dissatisfaction clear and decided to solve the problem himself. At the same time, Huang Kecheng also stood up for Li Min and demanded that all his rights and responsibilities in his job be restored.
Thanks to the firm stance and tireless efforts of these two veteran generals, Li Min was not only allowed to return to her position, but also restored all the powers she was entitled to in the unit. She has shown remarkable patience and resilience in the process, while also proving that justice and fairness can ultimately triumph over misunderstanding and injustice.
This experience was not only a major test of Li Min's personal career, but also a manifestation of her personal faith and resilience. In the face of unreasonable accusations and scrutiny, she remained strong and calm, and finally got the justice she deserved. The incident also highlights the strong determination of senior military officers to uphold justice and protect cadres from mistreatment, and demonstrates the strength of support and justice within the military.
This history is not only a turning point in Li Min's personal experience, but also a manifestation of her resilience in the face of challenges and dilemmas. After a complex and difficult series of investigations and scrutiny, Li Min finally returned to her post with a strong will and the support of those around her, a process that showed her courage and determination in the face of adversity.
In 1999, her lover Kong Linghua suffered a fatal car accident on the way to commemorate Chairman Mao, and he has not been seen in the world since. This unfortunate incident was undoubtedly a blow to Li Min. After losing her beloved husband, she faces an unprecedented spiritual test.
Despite the enormous personal loss, including the loss of her parents before that, Li Min did not let her grief break her will. She continues to uphold her usual attitude to life - low-key, thrifty and simple, which is a valuable family style she inherited from her father, Chairman Mao. Li Min regards this red spirit and values as his spiritual pillar, and insists on constantly embodying and passing on these ideas in his life.
In the face of life's many challenges, Li Min has shown extraordinary tenacity and perseverance. Instead of surrendering to adversity, she continued to move forward with a firmer pace. By upholding and promoting her family's traditions and values, she has maintained her dignity and pride in the face of difficulties, while also becoming an object of learning and respect for those around her.
This experience not only tested Li Min's heart, but also proved that she was still able to hold on to her beliefs and continue to inherit the glorious tradition and red spirit of her family in the face of irreversible losses in her life. This strength and courage enabled Li Min to find a way forward in her personal grief, and at the same time won her more people's respect and understanding.