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After the Lushan Conference in 1959, Peng Dehuai stepped down as Minister of Defense for various reasons, and the new ministerial candidates attracted the attention of Chairman Mao and Zhou Enlai. Chairman Mao specially consulted Luo Ronghuan's opinion. As the old political commissar of the Northeast Field Army, Luo Ronghuan's recommendation is particularly crucial. Unexpectedly, Luo Ronghuan did not recommend his old partner Lin Biao, but recommended He Long, who ranked fifth among the top ten marshals. Why did Luo Ronghuan make this choice, and what qualities did He Long have? Let's take Xiao Zhu into this story.
He Long grew up in a poor peasant family in 1986. Due to his family's limited circumstances, his education was limited to five years of basic study in a private school. During these years, he not only cultivated a hard-working character, but also began to learn martial arts with the encouragement and guidance of his father. This became his main daily activity in addition to farm work.
He Long not only practiced a good martial arts, but also had a strong personality and was extremely disgusted with injustice. He often fought against the landlords and overbearing traders who ran rampant in the village to protect the villagers from bullying. These actions allowed him to quickly establish an image of justice in the local area and become a young hero admired by the people.
His bravery and sense of justice allowed the vulnerable people in the village to be substantially protected. Whenever the villagers suffered injustice, He Long was always the first to stand up, not afraid of the challenge of power. His fame was not limited to his own village, but even spread among the surrounding villages.
Under his influence, the young people of the village also began to imitate him to practice martial arts and learn how to protect themselves and others. He Long gradually became a leader, not only because of his martial arts skills, but also because of his indomitable spirit and integrity.
As time passed, He Long's behavior won the respect and trust of more and more people. He is not only a protector of the villagers, but also a key force in promoting justice in the community. His story has inspired generations of young people and has become a part of the local legend that will forever be remembered in people's hearts.
In 1914, at the age of 18, He Long entered the starting point of his political career, joined the Chinese Revolutionary Party led by Sun Yat-sen, and devoted himself to the national defense movement against Yuan Shikai. He Long witnessed the failure of Sun Yat-sen's many attempts at bourgeois-democratic revolution, which made him realize that only by arming themselves could the poor be completely freed from their shackles. He began to plan an armed uprising, seizing the weapons of the reactionaries in order to strengthen the revolutionary forces.
Through careful organization and careful planning, He Long successfully carried out three weapons seizures, each of which was bold and decisive. These operations not only provided him and his followers with the equipment they needed to fight, but also greatly boosted their morale and combat effectiveness. He Long gradually formed his own armed forces and began to operate on both sides of the Jing River in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River, engaging the local Beiyang warlord forces several times.
In each battle, He Long displayed superior command skills and tactical wisdom, which enabled his troops to repeatedly win against enemy forces several times their size. These successive victories not only strengthened He Long's leading position in the ranks, but also allowed his fame to spread rapidly among the revolutionary masses. His ranks grew and became a revolutionary force to be reckoned with.
With the accumulation of combat experience, He Long became more clear about the direction and strategy of the revolutionary struggle. He stressed that in order to truly change the fate of the poor, it was necessary to arm the revolution, expand its influence, and establish a strong military base to lay a solid foundation for the final victory of the revolution. He not only focused on the battle itself, but also worked to improve the discipline and organization of the troops, ensuring that they could maintain an efficient and robust combat capability in larger military operations.
He Long's military actions and strategic thinking gradually formed his unique revolutionary leadership style, which laid a solid foundation for the broader revolutionary struggle that followed. His early experience and successful seizure of the gun were not only a manifestation of his personal bravery, but also an important chapter in the history of the Chinese revolution.
At the beginning of 1935, in the face of the large-scale encirclement and suppression of the Hunan, Hubei, Sichuan, and Guizhou base areas by the Kuomintang troops commanded by Chiang Kai-shek, a total of more than 130 regiments of troops were mobilized, with the goal of eliminating the only remaining Red Army forces in the area south of the Yangtze River. At this critical juncture, the top echelons of the Red Army held a key strategic meeting in Liujiaping, Sangzhi County. He Long presented his thoughtful strategic proposal at the meeting, which not only showed his tactical wisdom, but also showed a keen insight into the current situation.
He Long suggested that the main forces of the Red Army should first be moved to the central Hunan region, which not only had a vast terrain but also was rich in resources, which could provide the necessary material support for the Red Army. He analyzed that once the Red Army was stationed in central Hunan, the Kuomintang army would inevitably worry about the safety of Changsha, so it would be forced to transfer troops to central Hunan to pursue and suppress it. He Long further planned that after the enemy's main force was attracted to central Hunan, the Red Army could adopt roundabout tactics and quickly move towards Guizhou, thus effectively getting rid of the enemy's pursuit.
This tactic can not only effectively mobilize the enemy's forces and disperse them, but also gain valuable time and space for the Red Army to seize the initiative on the battlefield. He Long's proposal was quickly adopted at the meeting and immediately put into practice.
After the implementation of this plan, the Red Army took advantage of the geography and resources of the central Hunan region to quickly restore its combat effectiveness and successfully misled the Kuomintang troops. By the time the enemy realized the true intentions of the Red Army, the Red Army had safely advanced towards Guizhou, effectively avoiding a direct large-scale conflict. Through this series of exquisite dispatches and movements, He Long not only ensured the safety of the Red Army, but also laid the foundation for the success of the entire Long March.
This demonstrated He Long's superb military and tactical ability, but also reflected his deep understanding of strategic maneuverability, effectively rescuing the Red Army from an extremely dangerous situation. This period of history became a key turning point in the memory of the Red Army's Long March, showing the wisdom and courage of the leadership in making decisions in the midst of a crisis.
In the early days of the founding of the People's Republic of China, sports were highly valued by the central government, especially Chairman Mao and other leaders regarded sports as an important way to enhance the national physique and international image. In this context, sport has been placed as a priority for national development. After He Long became the chairman of the Central Sports Commission, China's sports industry has been unprecedentedly developed and improved.
Under the guidance and promotion of He Long, the mainland sports delegation frequently broke world records in the international arena, reaching more than 100 times, and breaking more than 400 national records in domestic competitions. Under his leadership, Chinese athletes won a total of 12 world championships, which not only enhanced China's status in the world sports arena, but also greatly stimulated the people's enthusiasm for sports and national pride.
He Long's promotion of sports work is not only reflected in the improvement of performance, but also advocates for the popularization of sports to ensure that the results of sports reach a wider range of people. He emphasized the important role of sports in improving people's physical fitness and promoting social harmony, and implemented a number of sports popularization policies, making sports gradually become a part of citizens' daily lives.
During his tenure, He Long strengthened the construction of the sports training system, improved the training conditions of athletes, and introduced a number of advanced training techniques and concepts. He also paid special attention to the development of youth sports, and through the establishment of sports schools and the holding of youth sports events, he cultivated batches of reserve talents, laying a solid foundation for the long-term development of sports in China.
In 1959, with the abdication of Marshal Peng Dehuai from the post of defense minister, a discussion about who could succeed him in this important post attracted attention at the top of the party. Chairman Mao felt very entangled in the face of a series of candidates, and he did not know where to start. At this critical juncture, he decided to seek Luo Ronghuan's opinion, hoping to get some inspiration.
According to Chairman Mao's guards, it was a tense but expectant day. The meeting between Chairman Mao and Luo Ronghuan was very crucial, and it was hoped that the right person would be found through the eyes of the old general. Mr. Luo's advice was important to Chairman Mao because he was known for his frankness.
During the discussion, Chairman Mao first expressed his optimism about Lin Biao and hoped that he could become Minister of National Defense. However, Luo Ronghuan considered that Lin Biao's physical condition was not ideal, and the heavy burden of the work of the Military Commission that he had at hand, suggested that he find another way. When Chairman Mao asked Luo Ronghuan if there was a better candidate, Luo Ronghuan proposed an unexpected choice - He Long.
Comparing the resumes of Peng Dehuai and Lin Biao, He Long has rich military and political experience and is obviously the best candidate for the post of defense minister. He Long not only had outstanding military command skills, but also showed outstanding leadership and military reform ability in many battles.
"Okay, good, good, I also think He Long is good. Chairman Mao gladly accepted Luo Ronghuan's suggestion. Although it was temporarily difficult for He Long to turn around as defense minister because of the heavy work at hand, this discussion allowed his talents to be recognized by more party leaders. And Lin Biao, because of his fine control of national defense work and the daily work needs of the Central Military Commission, finally continued to stay in his current position.
The discussion of the candidates not only reflects Luo Ronghuan's profound insight into strategic figures, but also shows Chairman Mao's thinking and determination in the overall situation and talent selection. The incident also demonstrates the cautious and important importance that the CCP's top brass attaches to the appointment of key positions, and demonstrates the decision-making process and thoughtful consideration of the country's future at the top of the party.
Marshal He devoted his life to serving the country, and he was not only a hero on the battlefield, but also a leader who adhered to principles, had noble ideas, and had a broad mind. He showed extraordinary strategic vision and clarity of thinking in any situation, always sticking to the right course, showing his unwavering will not to be shaken by his surroundings.
Although in the latter part of his career, Marshal He was primarily responsible for logistics and administration, and was directly involved in a limited number of battles, every battle he was involved in ended in victory, earning him the nickname "God of War". In the eyes of the people, the image of Marshal He was noble and sacred, and his name became a symbol of tenacity and victory.
Marshal He's military prowess and leadership left an indelible mark on Chinese history. He not only lived up to the name of "God of War" on the battlefield, but also ensured the efficient operation of the army through clever logistics management in peacetime. His precise allocation of materials and strict requirements for logistics units have greatly enhanced the army's combat effectiveness and ability to fight a protracted war.
Marshal He's handling of military affairs shows his comprehensiveness and foresight as a leader. He is able to anticipate the long-term needs of war from a macro perspective and develop strategies to ensure that every decision serves the battlefield victory. His integrity and impartiality have also won the love and respect of the people, and many regard him as the guardian of the country and the glory of the nation.
Through these years of unremitting efforts and perseverance, Marshal He has not only become a military strategist, but also a popular popular hero. His story and achievements have been widely praised by posterity and have become a source of strength for countless others.