The Glory and Mission of the Red Army Veterans: A New Chapter After the Title of 1955
1955 was a landmark year. In this year, the People's Republic of China decided to award titles to generals who had made outstanding achievements in the revolutionary war in recognition of their outstanding contributions. At this ceremony, more than 3,000 veterans of the Red Army were awarded different military ranks and honorary titles. However, with the end of the war and the advent of the era of peace, where will these veterans of the Red Army, who once fought bloodily, go? What will their future hold?
1. Investiture ceremony: a glorious moment for the veterans of the Red Army
The 1955 award ceremony was an affirmation of the long and arduous struggle of the veterans of the Red Army. Many of them joined the Red Army at a young age and participated in many major battles, such as the Agrarian Revolutionary War, the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, and the War of Liberation, and made great contributions to the establishment of New China. Their heroic deeds and firm belief have not only become valuable assets to inspire future generations, but also written a strong and colorful stroke in the history of the Chinese revolution.
2. The chairman's instructions: the Red Army will not be disbanded
After the award ceremony, in the face of these veterans of the Red Army who had made great sacrifices and contributions to the country, Chairman Mao Zedong gave a clear instruction: "The Red Army will not be disbanded. This directive is not only an affirmation and encouragement to the veterans of the Red Army, but also a firm support for the building of the national defense forces of New China.
3. Follow-up arrangements for veterans of the Red Army
In order to properly accommodate these veterans of the Red Army who had made great achievements for the country, the new Chinese government adopted a series of measures to ensure that they could continue to make contributions to the country and the people in peacetime.
Further study in military academies: In order to further improve the military quality and leadership ability of the veterans of the Red Army, the new Chinese government arranged for them to enter military academies for further study. These military academies not only provide them with systematic opportunities to study military theories, but also give them the opportunity to get in touch with the latest military science and technology and tactical thinking.
Military Appointments: After completing their studies, many Red Army veterans were placed in important positions in the army. With their rich combat experience and outstanding leadership ability, they have made important contributions to the national defense construction of New China.
Local work: In addition to continuing to play a role in the army, some Red Army veterans were assigned to work in local government units. With their firm political beliefs and rich practical experience, they have made positive contributions to local economic and social development.
Honors: In recognition of the outstanding contributions of the veterans of the Red Army, the new Chinese government also provided them with generous honors. These benefits include the awarding of medals, the granting of pensions, the provision of medical insurance, etc., to ensure that their livelihood is properly secured.
Fourth, the spiritual inheritance of the veterans of the Red Army
In addition to contributing to the country and the people, the veterans of the Red Army also actively inherited the spirit of the Red Army. By telling their own combat experiences and sharing their revolutionary experiences, they inspired the people who came after them to keep moving forward and fight for the cause of the country and the people. This kind of spiritual inheritance is not only a precious wealth of China's revolutionary history, but also an important spiritual support for the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation in the new era.
V. Conclusion
More than 3,000 veterans of the Red Army who were awarded the title in 1955 were witnesses and participants in the history of the revolution in New China. They used their youth and blood to write a magnificent chapter of revolution and made immortal contributions to the establishment of New China. In peacetime, they continued to contribute to the country and the people, inheriting the spirit of the Red Army. This spirit will forever inspire future generations to continue to move forward and strive for the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.