I enlisted in the army in 1970, fell off a cliff and fell into a coma to save people, and was promoted after waking up

I, named Shi Zhijian, in 1970, in the prime of my youth, responded to the call of the motherland and threw myself into the green barracks without hesitation. That year, my company was sent to the border on a mission to defend the homeland and protect the people.

On that day, we received an order to go to a mountain village to support the flood relief. Heavy rains poured in, flash floods raged, and entire mountain villages were submerged. My comrades-in-arms and I braved the rain to move forward, bent on rescuing the trapped people.

Just as the rescue operation was nearing its end, I spotted a little boy washed by the flood water to the edge of a cliff, and his terrified cries made me rush over without hesitation. I grabbed his hand tightly and pulled him up with all my might. However, just as I was relieved, my feet slipped and I fell off the cliff.

In the coma, I seemed to see my mother's worried eyes and hear the anxious calls of my comrades. When I woke up and found myself in a hospital bed, it was already a few days later.

"Zhijian, you're awake!" The company commander shook my hand excitedly, "Your deeds of saving people have touched everyone, and the organization has decided to promote you to squad leader and continue to serve the people." ”

I was stunned, I didn't expect to get a promotion for saving people. At that moment, I secretly resolved that I must work harder to live up to the trust of the organization.

During my recovery, I met a patient named Li Jianguo. He was a few years older than me, and he had fought valiantly on the battlefield before losing his legs in an accident after leaving the army. However, instead of being defeated by fate, he was positive and became a role model in the hospital.

"Shi Zhijian, do you know?" Li Jianguo suddenly said to me one day, "Life is like a play, sometimes it is climaxed, sometimes it is as plain as water." The key is to have a brave heart and face everything. ”

I was deeply inspired by his words and made me understand the mission of a soldier. After recovering, I returned to the company and led my comrades to many difficult tasks. In the course of a mission, we encountered a group of militants.

The fighting was extremely fierce, and my comrades-in-arms and I stubbornly resisted and swore to defend the territory of our motherland to the death. At the critical moment, Li Jianguo's words came to my mind, and my courage suddenly doubled, and I led my comrades to successfully repel the enemy.

After the completion of the task, we were commended by our superiors. The company commander patted me on the shoulder and said, "Shi Zhijian, you are a good person!" In this battle, you have made great contributions, and the organization has decided to promote you to platoon commander. ”

I was full of emotion, I didn't expect that I would be promoted again at the moment of life and death. All this stems from my loyalty to the people and my love for the motherland.

Now, I've been out of the military for many years, but I still remember that military career. Whenever I think of that past, I will tell my children and grandchildren: "You must remember that it is the mission of a soldier to bravely face difficulties and serve the people, and it is also the honor of our life." ”

Life after being discharged from the army seems to be in stark contrast to the barracks life in the past. During the day, I toiled in the fields, sweating with the hope of a good harvest; At night, I lay in bed, looking out the window at the starry night sky, and my heart was full of thoughts of my former comrades.

One day, I received a letter from the old company. In the letter, the company commander told me that Li Jianguo was ill and that the situation was not optimistic. My heart tightened, and I immediately packed my bags and set out on the journey to the hospital.

In the hospital, Li Jianguo was lying on the bed, his face pale. Seeing me come in, he tried to show a smile: "Zhijian, you're here." ”

I walked to the bed and held his hand tightly: "Jianguo, you have to hold on, we still have a lot to say." ”

"Yes, life is like a play, and no one knows what will happen in the next moment." Li Jianguo's voice was weak, but his eyes revealed firmness, "Zhijian, after I leave, help me take care of my family, especially my son who has just enlisted in the army." ”

My throat tightened, and I held back my tears: "Jianguo, don't worry, I will." ”

That night, Li Jianguo left, taking with him his concern for his family and deep affection for his comrades-in-arms. I fulfilled my promise and became his son's mentor and grew up with him in the barracks.

Time flies, time flies. I looked at Li Jianguo's son, as if I saw myself when I was young. That year, our company received another urgent task to support an earthquake-stricken mountainous area.

"Shi Zhijian, this mission is very dangerous, you have to protect yourself." The company commander said to me earnestly.

I nodded: "Company commander, I know." We will come back safely. ”

In the disaster area, my comrades-in-arms and I worked day and night to rescue many trapped people. During a rescue operation, I was injured by a boulder falling from an aftershock and passed out.

When I woke up, I found myself lying in a makeshift tent. Li Jianguo's son was nervously guarding my side.

"Instructor, you're awake!" He shouted excitedly.

I struggled to sit up, smiled and patted him on the shoulder: "It's okay, we're going to keep fighting." ”

In the days that followed, I fought side by side with Li Jianguo's son and completed many rescue missions. After the mission, he told me, "Instructor, I think my father must be proud of me in heaven. ”

I looked at the sky and said silently in my heart: "Jianguo, don't worry, your son has grown into an excellent soldier." ”

Today, I am old, but my heart that beats for the motherland and the people is still hot. Whenever I recall those passionate years, I will tell my children and grandchildren: "You must remember that the mission of a soldier is an eternal honor." "And I myself will continue to practice this mission until the last moment of my life.

As the years passed, the sound of the trumpet in the barracks still echoed in my ears. Under my guidance, Li Jianguo's son has grown into a brave warrior, and his eyes flashed with determination and determination, just like Li Jianguo back then.

On that day, the company received a special task - to support the construction of remote areas. The conditions there are difficult, but we all have a firm belief in our hearts, that is, to contribute to the happiness of the people.

"Instructor, this mission is a new challenge for us." Li Jianguo's son, who is now my right-hand man, looked at me and said.

I nodded and took a deep breath: "Yes, but that's exactly what our military people are worth. We must use practical actions to make the people feel the warmth of the party. ”

In remote areas, we are confronted with harsh natural conditions and harsh living conditions. During the day, we sweated under the scorching sun, built roads, and built houses; In the evenings, we sat around the campfire, laughing and encouraging each other.

One day, while we were building an elementary school, we encountered a landslide. A boulder rolls down and is about to smash into the warriors who are working below. Without hesitation, I rushed forward and pushed the boulder away with all my might, saving several fighters, only to be hit by the stone myself and pass out again.

When I woke up, I found myself lying in a makeshift tent, Li Jianguo's son holding my hand tightly with tears in his eyes.

"Instructor, why do you always care so much about your own safety?" His voice choked.

I tried to squeeze out a smile: "Because I am a soldier, it is my responsibility to protect my comrades-in-arms and protect the people." ”

Thanks to our joint efforts, the construction of the primary school was finally completed. When the children cheered into their new classrooms, our hearts were filled with pride and joy. At that moment, I understood that the honor of a soldier is not only bravery on the battlefield, but also selfless dedication in peacetime.

As time passed, my health deteriorated, but my faith remained strong. I still wake up early every day, exercise my body, and maintain the style of a soldier.

"Shi Zhijian, you're old, it's time to take a good rest." The company commander said to me with concern.

I shook my head: "Company commander, as long as I can move, I will continue to serve the people." ”

In this way, I took Li Jianguo's son and continued to fulfill our mission in the barracks. Until one day, I received a letter from my hometown saying that my mother was seriously ill and that I wanted to go back and see her one last time.

I hesitated, the barracks was my home, but I couldn't live up to my mother's expectations. After saying goodbye to my comrades, I set out on my way home.

My mother didn't wait for me after all, but at the end of her life, she was still proud of me. After dealing with my mother's funeral, I returned to the barracks and continued my military career.

I am no longer young, but my heart is still burning with love for the motherland and the people. I know that as long as I have a breath left, I will keep going and continue to fulfill my mission until the end of my life.

During my years in the barracks, I have witnessed the growth and transformation of countless comrades-in-arms, as well as the prosperity and strength of the country. At every flag-raising ceremony, I feel extremely proud to see the bright five-star red flag fluttering in the morning breeze. I know that all these achievements are inseparable from the selfless dedication of our soldiers.

With the passage of time, my body is no longer young, but my mind is still vibrant. I have always maintained the rigorous style of a soldier and have done my best to treat every mission. Li Jianguo's son also became the leader of the company, and I am deeply pleased with his bravery and wisdom.

However, fate always seems to like to play a joke. One day, I received a letter from my hometown saying that my father was seriously ill and that he wanted me to go back and see him one last time. This letter plunged me into a deep conflict. On the one hand, I want to return to my father immediately and do my filial piety; On the other hand, the responsibilities in the barracks are hard for me to let go.

After much deliberation, I decided to leave the barracks for a while and return to my hometown to visit my father. The company commander and his comrades-in-arms expressed their understanding and saw me off.

When he returned to his hometown, his father was terminally ill. Seeing me come back, he barely squeezed out a smile and said in a weak voice, "Zhijian, you're back." ”

I held my father's hand tightly, tears rolling in my eyes: "Dad, I'm sorry I came back late." ”

The father shook his head: "No, if you can come back, I am already very satisfied." You have always been a source of pride for me and my mom. ”

In the last days of my father's life, I stayed by his side, listening to him tell stories from the past and reminisce about the good times we used to spend together. When my father left, I was devastated, but I was also proud of him. He was a great father and a great soldier.

After dealing with my father's funeral, I returned to the barracks again. Although my heart is full of thoughts of my family, I know that as a soldier, I have a more important mission to fulfill.

Time flies, and I have entered the twilight of my life. Although my body is no longer as strong as it was when I was younger, my faith is still strong. I have always maintained a sense of honor as a soldier, and practiced loyalty to the motherland and the people with my actions.

Today, I am retired and living a peaceful life. But I still pay attention to the development of the country and the young people in the barracks. Whenever a new recruit joins the army, I tell them stories of the past and pass on the spirit of the soldiers.

I know that my story is nearing its end, but the mission of a military man is eternal. I hope that my experience can inspire more people to contribute to the prosperity of the motherland and the happiness of the people.

In the afterglow of the setting sun, I looked out the window, my heart full of emotion. Although my youth is gone, those years of burning passion will always be remembered in my heart. As Li Jianguo said, life is like a play, and we must have a brave heart to face everything. And I, with this courage, will continue to move forward until the last moment of my life.