Which field army! The commanders and political commissars of the three corps under their jurisdiction have the same ranks
The years are like a song, and the vicissitudes of life have changed dramatically. Looking back, we can't help but feel emotional. In 1949, on the eve of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the People's Liberation Army carried out a major reorganization, and the five major field armies came into being. This reorganization not only changed the organizational structure of the armed forces, but also laid a solid foundation for the national defense system of New China.
"The soldiers and horses have not moved, the grain and grass go first", the ancients did not deceive me. In this magnificent military transformation, every detail is worth savoring. The military commanders at that time may also be discussing in private: "What will happen to our military ranks in this reorganization?" ＂
In the war-torn years, who would have thought that in what capacity these generals who fought bloodily for the country would continue to serve New China in the future?
In this great tide of military reform, the five major field armies are like five brilliant pearls, shining on the map of China. They were the 1st to 4th Field Armies, and the North China Field Army. The corps under the jurisdiction of these five major field armies have become the backbone of New China's military strength.
Speaking of the Corps, we have to mention the supreme commander of the Corps - the Corps Commander and the Corps Political Commissar. These two positions can be said to be the "anchors of the sea" of the Corps. The Corps commander is in charge of the military, and the corps political commissar is in charge of politics, and the two complement each other to ensure the correct direction of the Corps.
In 1955, the first investiture ceremony was held in New China. This ceremony can be described as a high-profile affair, which is not only an affirmation of the generals of the armed forces, but also a sign of the gradual improvement of the military system of New China. At that time, many people were speculating: "What will be the rank of corps commander and commissar?" ＂
Let's turn the clock back to 1955 and feel like we're in that exciting moment. At the award ceremony, the Corps commanders and political commissars wore straight military uniforms with solemn and proud expressions. When their names were read one by one, the audience burst into applause.
Interestingly, the ranks of corps commanders and commissars are not the same. Most often, the corps commander has a rank higher than the commissar. For example, if the commander is a general, the commissar may be a general; If the commander is a general, the commissar may be a lieutenant general.
However, there are always exceptions. In the 16 corps, there are also some special cases. In some corps, the rank of commander and commissar is the same. What's even more interesting is that there is also a corps, and the rank of the commissar is higher than that of the commander! At that time, this situation was a rare occurrence that was "hard to buy".
In these special cases, the Second Field Army stood out from the rest. In the three corps under its jurisdiction (the third, fourth, and fifth corps), the rank of commander and commissar turned out to be the same! This is unique among the five major field armies.
Let's savor these three corps of the 2nd Field Army. Chen Xilian, commander of the Third Corps, and Xie Fuzhi, political commissar, both had the rank of general. Interestingly, these two generals both became deputy prime ministers in the future, which can be described as a model of "bringing peace together".
The Fifth Corps was not far behind. Commander Yang Yong is one of the famous "Three Yangs", and political commissar Su Zhenhua is an outstanding political cadre. Both of them also have the rank of general, which can be described as "chess opponents".
As for the 4th Corps, it is even more interesting. The commander, General Chen Geng, was not only a general, but also a political commissar. This kind of situation of "one person playing two roles" was unique at that time!
Looking back on this period of history, one can't help but feel a lot of emotion. Some of these generals are tiger generals on the battlefield, and some are experts in political work, and they have contributed to the construction of New China in their own ways.
In that era of burning passion, there was a moving story behind every rank. Maybe it's a heroic battle in a hail of bullets, maybe it's a brilliant performance in political work. These stories constitute a brilliant chapter in the development of the new Chinese army.
It is worth mentioning that this award is not only a ceremony, but also a symbol of the gradual improvement of the military system of New China. It embodies the party's absolute leadership over the armed forces, and also embodies the direction of development of the modernization and regularization of the armed forces. The stories of these generals inspire us to continue to work hard for the prosperity and strength of our motherland.
In today's society, although we no longer face the threat of war, the task of building a strong national defense is still arduous. We should learn from the dedication of our ancestors and contribute to the development of the country in their respective positions.
So, how do you feel after reading this article? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area to share your views on this period of history, or talk about your understanding of today's national defense construction.