Zhang Aiping: The persistence and character of a founding general
In the long course of history, every outstanding general has his own unique legend. Today, let's talk about a founding general - Zhang Aiping. His story is like a historical drama with ups and downs, full of persistence and style.
Let's turn back the clock to the spring of 1975, when Zhang Aiping, under the strong recommendation of Marshal Ye Jianying, decided to re-emerge and take charge of the important task of director of the National Defense Science and Technology Commission. This decision, like a spring breeze, has brought new vitality to the field of national defense science and technology. As soon as Zhang Aiping took office, he showed his true character of vigorous and resolute action, and carried out a series of reforms in national defense scientific research. These reforms are not petty fights, they are like a clear stream, washing away the outdated system, and they will inevitably touch the interests of some people.
In November of that year, a letter of complaint flew to Chairman Mao's desk. This letter, on the surface, is to expose Zhang Aiping's various "crimes", but in fact it is like a smearing brush, trying to cast a shadow on Zhang Aiping's image. After Chairman Mao reviewed it, he instructed the General Political Department to handle it as appropriate. As a result, a discussion meeting on Zhang Aiping was held in Zhongnanhai, Hua Guofeng presided over the meeting, Li Xiannian, Chen Xilian, Ji Dengkui and other heavyweights were all present, and Zhang Aiping herself was also invited to the venue.
At the venue, the atmosphere was tense and serious. Ji Dengkui took the lead in attacking, and he listed the "crimes" on the complaint letter one by one, trying to get Zhang Aiping to explain. However, Zhang Aiping is like a mountain, immovable. He forcefully refuted Ji Dengkui's accusations one by one. Whenever Ji Dengkui's voice fell, Zhang Aiping's rebuttal had already been spoken, with sharp words and resolute attitude, and his tough character was vividly displayed at this moment.
Seeing Zhang Aiping coping with it so easily, some people began to panic. They thought to themselves, how can they bring down Zhang Aiping if they go on like this? As a result, some people began to dig through old accounts and mention the "mistakes" made by Zhang Aiping in the past, trying to use this as a breakthrough. It didn't matter, and the atmosphere in the venue suddenly became more tense. Zhang Aiping is already a fiery temper, where can she stand such groundless accusations? He immediately began a heated argument with the other party.
Seeing this, Hua Guofeng hurriedly came forward to play a round and announced an adjournment for a moment to calm everyone down. At this moment, Chen Xilian came over and softly persuaded Zhang Aiping: "Lao Zhang, it's not a big deal to admit a mistake, I also admitted my mistake, isn't it good now?" Zhang Aiping heard this, but shook her head and said, "Lao Chen, you are you, and I am me." You can admit your mistake, but I, Zhang Aiping, is right, I will never bow my head! ”
When Chen Xilian heard this, he couldn't help but raise his voice: "Lao Zhang, just admit your mistake!" Do you want to go back to the old days? Zhang Aiping was also angry: "I'm not wrong, why should I admit my mistake?" I didn't admit my mistake before, and it's even more impossible to admit it now! If you want to punish me, come ahead! After saying this, he left the venue without looking back, leaving Chen Xilian in place and stomping his feet angrily.
In fact, Chen Xilian is also well-intentioned. He feared that Zhang Aiping would be hit and persecuted again. After all, Zhang Aiping had already been tortured in the previous turbulent period. Now that I have finally returned to work, it will be worth the loss if I am affected by this incident again. But what about Zhang Aiping? He didn't think so. In his opinion, right is right, wrong is wrong; If you are not wrong, you must not bow your head and admit your mistakes!
Speaking of Zhang Aiping's persistence and style, it was not formed in a day or two. Back then, when Mr. Peng was wrongly criticized on Lushan, everyone was afraid of being implicated and kept their distance from Mr. Peng; But what about Zhang Aiping? He wasn't afraid! He has always been very sympathetic to Mr. Peng's plight, so he has always maintained close contact with Mr. Peng. Especially after that meeting, he saw Mr. Peng taking a plane back to Beijing alone, and he got on the plane and went back with Mr. Peng without saying a word!
Because of these things, Zhang Aiping was violently impacted in the turbulent period that followed; He was imprisoned for six years! During these six years, he was brutally persecuted, and his left leg was permanently disabled; But even so, in the whole process, Zhang Aiping did not bow his head once, nor did he admit a mistake! He always believed that he had done nothing wrong!
So, in the later meetings, Zhang Aiping still had the same attitude as before; No matter how those people smear him, he will not admit it! The atmosphere of the meeting was at an impasse for a while; It's about to start a fight! Hua Guofeng saw that this meeting could not go on, and if it continued, it would only be more unfavorable to Zhang Aiping; So, he spoke: "Break the meeting!" That's it, this discussion about Zhang Aiping ended hastily.
Later, Zhang Aiping was shocked again because of this incident; Not long after he returned, he was forced to leave his job again; But he never regretted his decision; Because he feels that he is not wrong, he cannot compromise! This kind of persistence and style is really admirable!
Two years later, the situation in the country has changed dramatically; Zhang Aiping was finally able to return to work again; He still maintains that persistence and temperament; Continue to shine in the workplace and make more contributions to the country and the people!
Looking back at Zhang Aiping's experience now, it is really emotional! He is like a pine tree, standing tall in the wind and rain! His story has also left a valuable inspiration for our descendants: that is, no matter what the circumstances, we must adhere to our own principles and positions, and we must not easily compromise because of external pressure!
Friends, what do you think? In the face of difficulties and pressures, will you stick to your principles and positions like Zhang Aiping? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area to discuss!