In the middle of the twentieth century, the geopolitical landscape in East Asia was particularly complicated by the confrontation between the two superpowers, the United States and the Soviet Union. In 1950, the conflict on the Korean Peninsula intensified, and the North Korean army crossed the 38th parallel and launched an all-out attack on South Korea, which immediately triggered the Korean War. The U.S.-led United Nations forces quickly intervened to support South Korea, and the war quickly turned into a microcosm of an international conflict, especially after the Chinese People's Volunteers "Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea", and the situation became more complicated.
On a cold winter night in 1950, on the banks of the Yalu River, a small detachment of volunteers secretly crossed the border in the bitter cold. Captain Lee Byung-ran gave the final order in a low voice: "Remember, our goal is to support the Korean people, resist the invaders, and defend the homeland. No matter how many hardships lie ahead, we must persevere to the end. ”
As the icy river water lapped the soldiers' cheeks, the hearts of these young people from northeastern China were filled with a sense of mission. They know that this war is not only for the freedom and independence of North Korea, but also for regional and global peace and stability.
With the help of the volunteers, the originally inferior North Korean army gradually stabilized its position. In one battle, Lee Bingran and his men fought side by side with North Korean soldiers, repelling enemy onslaught after attack. After the war, a North Korean veteran held Li Bingran's hand tightly, with tears in his eyes: "Thank you, you gave us hope." ”
The brutality of war is not only reflected in the rain of bullets on the front line, but also in the logistics personnel who deliver supplies to the front line. Zhang Mei, a medical team member of the Chinese People's Volunteers, insisted on treating the wounded in a field hospital in disregard of her own safety during an enemy air raid. She softly comforted a little North Korean girl: "Don't be afraid, it will be fine soon." The girl grabbed Zhang Mei's hand tightly, as if she had found support.
As the war continues, so does the deep friendship between the two peoples. On the anniversary of the victory in the war, veterans of the two countries participated in commemorative activities to commemorate the comrades who died in the war. Every year on this day, many people gather in front of the Monument to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea in Sinuiju and silently lay wreaths to express their respect for the heroes and their desire for peace.
The war finally ended, but the remains of countless volunteer fighters were left on the land of the Korean Peninsula. Although these heroes and martyrs were unable to return to their hometowns, their spirit and sacrifice have become the common memory and respect of the Chinese and North Korean peoples. One day after the war, Li Bingran stood by the Yalu River, watching the river flow slowly, and his heart was full of complicated emotions. He knew that all this sacrifice was for greater peace and justice.
War is brutal, it takes countless lives and destroys the peace of countless families. However, in this special War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, the Chinese and North Korean peoples showed incredible courage and sacrifice. This is not only a war between countries, but also a contest between justice and aggression, peace and war. Although the war is a thing of the past, the deep friendship forged in the flames of war and the desire for peace should become an important memory for our generation. Let us not forget history, cherish peace, and jointly safeguard this hard-won harmony and tranquility. In the days to come, may we remember history and uphold human dignity and freedom in the name of peace.