The spring of 1932 was supposed to be a vibrant season for Shanghai, but the spring of that year was shrouded in the flames of war and the smoke of gunpowder. After the Japanese imperialists invaded and occupied Northeast China in 1931, their tentacles of aggression quickly extended to Shanghai, a wealthy land south of the Yangtze River. On January 28, 1932, a sudden conflict broke out, which was the famous "January 28" incident in history. In this fierce battle, which lasted for two months, although the 19th Route Army showed extraordinary bravery, due to the complexity of domestic politics and the turmoil of the Nationalist government, it was finally forced to sign the "Songhu Armistice Agreement" with the Japanese army, and the Chinese army lost the right to garrison in Shanghai. This was not only a military defeat, but also a spiritual humiliation.
In his mansion in Shanghai, Chen Mingshu faces the dilapidated street scene outside the window, full of anger and powerlessness. As the commander of the 19th Route Army, he witnessed the bravery of his soldiers in bloody battles, and also deeply felt the sadness of the current state of the country. When he learned that the Japanese army would hold a rally in Hongkou Park to celebrate the occupation of Shanghai, and that Chinese were explicitly forbidden to participate, his anger almost set the room on fire.
"This is a blatant insult to 40,000 compatriots!" Chen Mingshu slammed his fist on the table, his voice full of shock.
He decided to ask for help, so he went to the home of an old friend, Wang Yaqiao. Wang Yaqiao, a patriot who is famous for his assassinations, has played the role of a hero of national salvation at many critical moments.
"Wang Yaqiao, only you can do this time!" Chen Mingshu was full of anticipation and anxiety and explained his plan to him.
Wang Yaqiao felt deeply stressed after hearing this, but his eyes also flashed with an unyielding light. "Mingshu, I won't let you down this time, Shirakawa's celebration, I'll make it his funeral."
Subsequently, Wang Yaqiao contacted his South Korean friend Ahn Chang-ho. Ahn Chang-ho was a member of the provisional government of the Republic of Korea and shared the same deep personal hatred against Japan. The two quickly developed a detailed plan.
"We need someone who can sneak into the celebration, preferably in Japanese." Wang Yaqiao said to An Changhao.
"I have such a candidate, Yin Bongji, he is the elite under Minister Jin Jiu." Ahn Chang-ho replied.
Yoon Bong-gil is a young and courageous man, and when he learned about this mission, which was almost equivalent to suicide, he did not hesitate in the slightest, "For the sake of justice, I have nothing to fear." ”
The plan is scheduled to be implemented on April 29. On the same day, Yoon Bong-gil disguised himself as a service staff and infiltrated the celebration scene. He was carrying bombs elaborately crafted by Chinese and South Korean experts, which were so peculiar in shape that the Japanese army could not recognize.
At the celebration, the Japanese military senior officer Yoshinori Shirakawa and other officials were immersed in the joy of victory, completely unaware of what was about to happen. Yoon Bong-gil weaves through the crowd and finds the predetermined explosion site, his heart racing, but his face remains calm.
He whispered to himself: "For my country, for justice." He then activated the bomb's timer and quickly left the scene.
The bomb exploded at the planned time, and a huge explosion resounded through Hongkou Park. In the smoke and dust, chaos and screams filled every corner. Although Shirakawa was fortunate not to be killed, many Japanese officers and soldiers were severely damaged. This attack was like a heavy hammer, which dealt a severe blow to the arrogance of the Japanese army.
The impact of the incident spread rapidly, and the domestic and foreign media reported on the attempted assassination that shocked the world. Although Yoon Bong-gil was killed, his heroic deeds are popular among Chinese and Korean folklore. Chen Mingshu and Wang Yaqiao found some comfort in their grief, knowing that Yoon Bong-gil's sacrifice had inspired more people to resist Japan.
Later, this incident was regarded as one of the symbols of China's anti-Japanese power during the Sino-Japanese War. It was not only a direct blow to the Japanese invaders, but also an inspiration to the spirit of resistance of the Chinese people.
Yoon Bong-gil's story, although it is an epic of blood and fire, is also a hymn to courage and sacrifice. In that turbulent era, he and countless unsung heroes used their lives and flesh to build a great wall of steel to resist foreign invasion. In every moment when it is necessary to stand, there are always heroes who stand up and are fearless for the sake of justice. This spirit cannot be conquered by any invader.