The spring of 1984 brought not only the revival of everything, but also the smoke of gunfire on the border. The Battle of Laoshan, whose name has an indelible mark on China's military history, is not only a large-scale military operation in the Sino-Vietnamese border conflict, but also a symbol of the heroic struggle, sacrifice and victory of countless Chinese soldiers.
After the Sino-Vietnamese War in 1979, there were many skirmishes along the border between the two countries. By 1984, frequent provocations by the Vietnamese army had escalated tensions. The Chinese government decided to take action to ensure border security and national sovereignty, and the Battle of Laoshan broke out. The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) has mobilized large numbers of troops in preparation for a large-scale military operation in the area, with the aim of clearing Vietnamese positions and regaining lost territory.
In this context, countless young fighters were sent to the front, including the protagonist Wu Hua. This young soldier, who came from an ordinary farming family, joined the People's Liberation Army with a love for his country and a vision for the future. Although his military career was just beginning, Wu Hua showed extraordinary courage and determination.
In the war-torn old mountain, filled with gunsmoke, Wu Hua and his comrades-in-arms shuttled between the rugged mountains, performing arduous tasks again and again. On April 28, 1984, a special day, Wu Hua truly experienced for the first time how different life is from life on the battlefield.
"Wu Hua, pay attention to cover!" shouted the squad leader as he marched. Suddenly, the enemy's fire came like a torrential rain, and Wu Hua felt a sharp pain, and his left arm was shot. He fell to the ground in pain, but he quickly pressed the wound with his right hand, his eyes resolute and resolute.
"It's okay for me, keep attacking!" They eventually succeeded in blowing up the enemy's pillboxes and regaining the lost ground. In this operation, Wu Hua was awarded a third-class meritorious service for his outstanding performance.
After recovering, Wu Hua did not choose safe logistics, but resolutely returned to the front line. His excellence is not only reflected in the battle against the enemy, but also in his deep friendship with his comrades. Once, an engineer was accidentally injured by a mine, and Wu Hua rushed forward to rescue him as soon as possible.
"Quick, be careful, there may be mines here!" Wu Hua nervously checked the route while arranging for his comrades to rescue him. Suddenly, there was a loud bang, and Wu Hua's figure was covered by smoke and dust. The detonator in the platoon commander's hand accidentally detonated, and in an instant, there was chaos around him. Although it was difficult to see in the thick smoke, Wu Hua knew that his left leg was no longer at his disposal, and the pain almost made him unconscious. This time, he lost both of his legs.
After the Battle of Laoshan, Wu Hua was rated as a special combat hero due to two serious injuries and won many awards. But what the war left him was not only honor, but also indelible scars and deep memories. After retiring, although he has a monthly pension provided by the state and has a worry-free life, those pictures on the battlefield often echo in his mind in the dead of night. His two sons, who were deeply influenced by their father, also chose to join the military and continue to defend the security of the country.
Wu Hua's story is the epitome of the stories of countless Chinese border fighters. In those turbulent years, ordinary soldiers like Wu Hua used their youth and blood to write magnificent heroic hymns. Their sacrifice and bravery are not only an insistence on personal beliefs, but also a commitment to national responsibility.
Living in a peaceful environment, we should cherish the hard-won peace, and at the same time, we should not forget the heroes who paid a great price for peace. As the poet said, "Some people turn their lives into torches, illuminate the way, and warm the years." Wu Hua and his comrades-in-arms are one of the beams of this torch, bright and warm.
Wu Hua's story not only makes us feel the cruelty of war, but also makes us understand the preciousness of peace. Let us remember the names of these heroes, keep their spirit alive in our hearts, and inspire us to work hard for a more harmonious world in our respective positions.