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Preface
In the long river of history, how many stories of famous ladies have been buried by time?
And how many legends of transnational marriages have been forgotten?
Let's walk into the life of Jiang Xiaozhang, the special "daughter of the Jiang family".
How did she maintain her grace during the turbulent times? How do you pursue your own happiness in the shadow of your parents?
Soviet Rose: A half-breed flower that blooms in the Red Country
In 1935, in the distant Soviet Union of Moscow, the cry of a baby shattered the silence of a cold winter day.
This little life is Jiang Xiaozhang, a girl destined to be extraordinary.
Her father was Chiang Ching-kuo, and her mother was a Belarusian woman, Fenna (later renamed Jiang Fangliang).
This love that crosses borders has set a unique tone for Jiang Xiaozhang's life.
Little Jiang Xiaozhang's childhood was not as rich and comfortable as people imagined.
Her father, Chiang Ching-kuo, was actually held as a "hostage" while he was in the Soviet Union.
Despite this, Chiang Ching-kuo and Chiang Fangliang still did their best to create a warm family environment for their daughter.
Jiang Xiaozhang has shown extraordinary intelligence and unique temperament since he was a child.
This may be due to her unique pedigree and upbringing.
Returning Daughter: The Transformation of Identity from Moscow to Nanjing
In 1937, Chiang Ching-kuo's family was finally allowed to return to China.
Two-year-old Jiang Xiaozhang embarked on the first long-distance trip of her life.
From Moscow to Nanjing, the little Jiang Xiaozhang has undergone earth-shaking changes.
She went from an ordinary mixed-race child to the eldest lady of the Jiang family overnight.
However, Jiang Xiaozhang did not become arrogant because of the change in identity.
On the contrary, under the teachings of Chiang Ching-kuo and Chiang Fangliang, she became more humble and courteous.
Chiang Ching-kuo often admonished her: "Although you are the granddaughter of the Jiang family, you should become a useful person to society." "
These teachings were deeply imprinted in the heart of the young Jiang Xiaozhang.
War: The daughter of the Jiang family in turbulent times
From 1937 to 1945, China was caught in the whirlpool of the War of Resistance Against Japan.
During this period, Jiang Xiaozhang followed his family to various places.
Despite the war, Jiang Xiaozhang's education was never interrupted.
Jiang Fangliang personally served as his daughter's teacher, teaching her Chinese, Russian and English.
This laid a solid foundation for Jiang Xiaozhang's international vision in the future.
During these difficult years, Jiang Xiaozhang also saw the suffering of ordinary people.
These experiences gave her the idea of doing something for the country.
Although she was too young to fully understand the cruelty of war.
Facing each other in the Taiwan Strait: The Great Migration of the Chiang Family in the Civil War between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party
In 1949, the Kuomintang regime was defeated and retreated to Taiwan. 14-year-old Jiang Xiaozhang came to Taiwan with his family.
For this exotic teenage girl, Taiwan is a whole new world.
She had to readjust to her new surroundings and meet new people.
However, Jiang Xiaozhang soon made a name for himself in Taiwanese social circles with his charm and intelligence.
Fluent in many Chinese and elegant in manners, she quickly became the focus of Taiwanese high society.
Grandfather and grandson photo: that classic photo from 1952
In 1952, 17-year-old Jiang Xiaozhang took a photo with his 65-year-old grandfather Chiang Kai-shek.
This photo later became a classic, freezing the demeanor of two generations of the Jiang family.
In the photo, Chiang Kai-shek sits upright in a chair, his face serious but peaceful.
And Jiang Xiaozhang, who was standing beside him, looked slim, revealing maturity and wisdom between his eyebrows.
This photo not only shows Jiang Xiaozhang's beauty, but also reflects her temperament and self-cultivation as a descendant of the Jiang family.
In the photo, she seems to have foreshadowed her wonderful life in the future.
Going to the United States: A 19-year-old girl's study abroad trip
In 1957, 19-year-old Jiang Xiaozhang embarked on a journey to study in the United States.
This study abroad was carefully arranged by Chiang Ching-kuo.
He wants his daughter to have a better education, but also to keep her safe.
In order to take care of Jiang Xiaozhang's life, Chiang Ching-kuo specially entrusted his friend Yu Dawei's son Yu Yanghe to take care of her.
Who would have thought that this decision would eventually change Jiang Xiaozhang's life.
Fate is destined: an encounter with Yu Yanghe
During his time in the United States, Jiang Xiaozhang gradually adapted to the free and open Western culture.
She is no longer the high-profile "daughter of the Jiang family", but an ordinary international student.
It was in such an environment that she met the most important person in her life - Yu Yanghe.
Yu Yanghe is nearly 20 years older than Jiang Xiaozhang and has already been married twice.
It stands to reason that such a person should not be a good match for Jiang Xiaozhang.
However, love is so wonderful. When the two got along, they gradually fell in love.
Jiang Xiaozhang was attracted by Yu Yanghe's maturity and stability, while Yu Yanghe was moved by Jiang Xiaozhang's intelligence and liveliness.
The Father-Daughter Dispute: Chiang Ching-kuo's Anger and Compromise
When Jiang Xiaozhang confessed his relationship with Yu Yanghe to his father Jiang Jingguo, Jiang Jingguo was furious.
He couldn't accept that he was married to a man who had been divorced twice.
Chiang Ching-kuo even threatened to sever the father-daughter relationship.
However, Jiang Xiaozhang showed a determination that was not inferior to his father.
She insisted on her choice and said that even if she was not recognized, she would marry Yu Yanghe.
This father-daughter dispute lasted for a long time, and in the end, Chiang Ching-kuo had to compromise and agree to this family business.
Tie the knot: Jiang Xiaozhang's wedding
In 1960, 22-year-old Jiang Xiaozhang and Yu Yanghe held a grand wedding in Taipei.
Although Chiang Ching-kuo was still unhappy in his heart, he still attended his daughter's wedding.
On the day of the wedding, Jiang Xiaozhang was wearing a white wedding dress, with a happy smile on his face.
She finally got her wish and married her beloved.
Happy Days: Balancing Family and Career
Soon after marriage, Jiang Xiaozhang became pregnant. In 1961, she gave birth to her son Yu Zusheng.
Jiang Xiaozhang, a first-time mother, poured all her love into this little life.
At the same time, Jiang Xiaozhang and Yu Yanghe also started their own careers.
They did business in the United States and soon became well-known Chinese entrepreneurs in the region.
Jiang Xiaozhang showed business acumen that was not inferior to her father, and she and her husband's careers were thriving.
Family Reunion: A Family Portrait from 1965
In 1965, Jiang Xiaozhang's family and Yu Dawei's family took a group photo.
This precious family portrait records the intimacy of the two families.
In the photo, Jiang Xiaozhang and Yu Yanghe are standing together, full of happiness. Their son, Yu Zusheng, stood in front with a bright smile.
This photo witnesses Jiang Xiaozhang's happy life after marriage.
Father's Death: A Farewell in 1988
In 1988, Chiang Ching-kuo died. This news was like a bolt from the blue, which made Jiang Xiaozhang grief-stricken.
Although the father and daughter had a dispute over marriage, Jiang Xiaozhang always loved his father deeply.
The death of Chiang Ching-kuo made Jiang Xiaozhang feel extremely lonely.
Since then, Jiang Xiaozhang has rarely returned to Taiwan.
She chose to continue her life in the United States, as if to escape the memories associated with her father.
Losing a Beloved: Life and Death in 2010
In 2010, Jiang Xiaozhang's husband Yu Yanghe passed away.
This couple, who have been together for 50 years, were finally separated by death.
Jiang Xiaozhang, who lost her husband, fell into deep grief for a while. However, she was not crushed by grief.
She chose to stay strong and continue to run the business she and her husband co-founded.
Time is like a song: 86-year-old Jiang Xiaozhang
Today, 86-year-old Jiang Xiaozhang still lives in the United States. She is the only living of Chiang Ching-kuo's four children.
Despite his advanced age, Jiang Xiaozhang still maintains an elegant temperament and a sharp mind.
She rarely gives interviews to the media and rarely talks about her past.
However, those who know her say that Jiang Xiaozhang's eyes still shine with wisdom.
Her life experience is like a legendary story spanning half a century.
epilogue
Jiang Xiaozhang's life is like a gorgeous movement that crosses national borders.
Her story teaches us to have the courage to pursue our own happiness even if we are in a famous family.
She has always maintained her elegance and intelligence during the turbulent times, which is what makes her most fascinating.
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