General Chen Geng, the life of this old Red Army, is full of legends, not only because of his bravery on the battlefield, but also because of the last moments of his life, which left us with profound enlightenment. In 1961, Chen Geng died suddenly of a heart attack, and before he died, he held the hand of his wife Fu Ya and left two instructions. What did a former battlefield hero think of when he left?
Chen Geng, this name may only be mentioned in contemporary history textbooks, but his life is full of grandeur like the war years. Born in an old-fashioned landlord family in Xiangxiang, Hunan, Chen Geng received a good education from an early age. At the age of 14, the submissive feudal marriage system made him make an important decision to run away from home and devote himself to the most fiery cause of the era: the revolution.
From a night school instructor in Shanghai to an ordinary soldier in the Red Army, and then to a senior general to resist US aggression and aid Korea, Chen Geng's life has experienced countless baptisms of gunpowder. But his life is not only a tough military career, but also his emotional world. In Wuhan in 1927, Chen Geng met an "old friend" Wang Genying, a woman who also carried feudal shackles and longed for freedom. Wang Genying's life is equally magnificent, from a child laborer in a yarn factory in Shanghai to a courageous leader of the labor movement, and her story has inspired countless peers.
The story of Chen Geng and Wang Genying is the epitome of the revolutionaries of that era. Under the common ideals and beliefs, the two came together, and a period of revolutionary emotions crystallized. The good times did not last long, and Wang Genying sacrificed on the road of revolution, leaving Chen Geng with endless nostalgia. This memory has become an indelible imprint in Chen Geng's life.
By the end of the 1950s, Chen Geng was already a senior general in New China. Despite his high position, his health deteriorated over the years. Two heart attacks nearly killed him, and his wife, Fu Ya, was anxious, reminding him again and again to take care of his body. Chen Geng also tried to slow down his pace, and even promised to go to Shanghai to recuperate. But fate always seemed to like to joke with him, and while recuperating in Shanghai, Chen Geng suffered his third and final heart attack.
In the face of death, Chen Geng's strength is still the same. He knew that he might not be able to survive this hurdle, so when Fu Ya rushed to the hospital bed, he seized the last opportunity and told her those two important instructions in a weak voice. The first entrustment was Fu Ya's personal concern, and he reminded her to be mentally prepared and take good care of herself. This is not only out of a husband's love for his wife, but also a soldier's promise to his comrades, no matter whether they live or die, they will not give up on each other.
The second entrustment is the remembrance of the late comrade-in-arms Wang Genying. Chen Geng is well aware of Wang Genying's sacrifice and contribution, she is not only an important person in her life, but also a hero of the revolution. He instructed Fu Ya not to let Wang Genying's deeds be forgotten no matter what. This is the deepest nostalgia for an old comrade-in-arms, and it is also a kind of responsibility for history.
Chen Geng's two entrustments are not only personal last words, but also a spiritual inheritance. He used his life to teach us that even at the last moments of our lives, we should not forget our original intention and stick to our faith. This spirit is still of great significance in the current era. Today, we live in an era of peace, and we do not have to experience war and sacrifice like Chen Geng, but we also need to have a sense of responsibility and mission, and remember those who have made great sacrifices for our peace and prosperity today.
Chen Geng's story is also a reminder to us that although life is short, the spirit and mind can transcend the limitations of time and shine. He taught us that everyone can be a hero of their own destiny, as long as we are willing to persevere for faith and love. Whether it is in the family, or in the long history of the country and the nation, everyone's efforts are indispensable and deserve to be remembered and respected.
General Chen Geng's life is a microcosm of China's modern history, and his story inspires future generations. From his life, we have learned countless things: perseverance, sacrifice, love, responsibility...... These words have specific and profound connotations in his stories. He defined the true meaning of these words with his life and actions.