The Cultural Revolution (1966-1976) was undoubtedly one of the most turbulent periods in China's modern history. During this period, the political struggle was extremely fierce, and many high-ranking cadres were knocked down or disappeared for various reasons. The late 1960s were the height of the Cultural Revolution, and the political environment of the country was fraught with uncertainty and fear.
In 1969, the first plenary session of the Ninth Central Committee was held in Beijing, which established Mao Zedong's absolute authority and re-examined and rectified many senior party cadres. This repressive political atmosphere has led many cadres to be charged with "traitors" and "traitors", and thus to prison or other more severe punishments.
Wu Kehua, a founding lieutenant general who had made great achievements in the War of Liberation, was originally a senior commander of the artillery unit. Due to the involvement of political struggles, he suddenly lost contact at the end of the 1960s, and there was no news after that.
In 1971, China was gradually finding new vitality from the extremes of the Cultural Revolution. On 13 September, the political situation in the country eased somewhat, and many of the cadres who had been injured by mistake began to be rehabilitated. On such a crisp autumn day, the central authorities held an important meeting to discuss the adjustment and implementation of the cadre policy.
During the meeting, Premier Zhou Enlai suddenly mentioned the name of General Wu Kehua. Premier Zhou clearly remembered that Wu Kehua had suffered an injustice due to a misunderstanding, and he asked everyone present with concern: "I wonder if anyone has seen Comrade Wu Kehua recently?"
It is conceivable that no one present knows his specific whereabouts. Premier Zhou's brows tightened, he felt that something was wrong, and immediately ordered: "We must find out the whereabouts of Comrade Wu Kehua, which has a bearing on the image of our party and the realization of justice." ”
Subsequently, a search operation against Wu Kehua was quickly launched. After weeks of investigation, there was finally a breakthrough in intelligence. It turned out that Wu Kehua did not commit treason or flee, but was secretly imprisoned by some well-intentioned people in the name of protection, with the purpose of using his disappearance to attack political opponents.
After learning the truth, the prime minister immediately ordered the rescue of Wu Kehua. Fearing that the matter would leak and make Wu Kehua's situation even more dangerous, this operation was strictly secrecy, almost equivalent to a secret operation. In a secluded mountainous area, in a forgotten dungeon, Wu Kehua was found, his health worrying, but still mentally resilient.
Wu Kehua's rescue is not only his personal redemption, but also a justice upheld. He was reinstated and regained his position in the army. Wu Kehua tearfully said that he has always believed in the party and is unswervingly loyal to the country.
The story of General Wu Kehua is not only a historical record, but also an ode to justice and courage. In China's turbulent times, many, like Mr. Wu, fell victim to political struggles. Through Wu's experience, we can reflect on the interweaving of the use of power and personal destiny. Every life that has been misunderstood and neglected deserves our careful interpretation and deep understanding. As the poet said, "History is a long poem of human nature", in which every joy, sorrow and joy is full of teachings.
Wu Kehua's return is not just a victory for one person, it marks the correction of the mistakes of an era and the pursuit of historical justice. This makes us understand that no matter what kind of predicament we are in, truth and justice will eventually shine into the corners of reality and shine in people's hearts.
Wu's story reminds us that by having the courage to face the truth and uphold justice, we can find the path of light even in the darkest moments.