In the history of China's aerospace industry, there is a scientific giant who has attracted worldwide attention, and he is Qian Xuesen, the "father of China's aerospace".
Behind this great man, there is also a little-known woman, who is not only beautiful and moving, but also talented, and has written a legendary love story with Qian Xuesen.
This woman is Qian Xuesen's wife Jiang Ying, what kind of charm does this legendary woman have? What kind of love story does she have with Qian Xuesen?
Jiang Ying's family background and musical talent
Jiang Ying, a woman from a famous family, her father Jiang Baili is a famous military theorist in modern China, such an excellent family background has endowed Jiang Ying with the soft character of an oriental woman.
Jiang Baili and Qian Xuesen's father Qian Junfu are close friends, and the relationship between the two families can be described as world friends, and Jiang Ying and Qian Xuesen have formed an indissoluble bond since childhood.
When she was young, Jiang Ying was lively and lovely, and the Qian family and his wife loved her very much, and once offered to pass her on to him.
Although it was not possible to make the trip in the end because of the Jiang family's remorse, this childhood episode became the foreshadowing of the love between Jiang Ying and Qian Xuesen in the future.
Jiang Ying has shown extraordinary musical talent since she was a child, and she loves music, as if she was born with some kind of mysterious connection with musical notes.
In 1936, 17-year-old Jiang Ying traveled to Europe with his father, but this time changed the trajectory of Jiang Ying's life, and in Europe, Jiang Ying's musical talent was fully displayed and recognized.
She studied at the Berlin University of Music in Germany and the Lushan Conservatory of Music in Switzerland, where she studied under many famous European music masters.
Her singing voice is like heaven, and her stage charm is incomparable.
In 1943, she became the first East Asian woman to win the international vocal competition in Switzerland, beating out many European contestants.
Jiang Ying's name began to circulate in the European music circle, talent and hard work have created Jiang Ying's outstanding achievements in the field of music, and her family background has given her a unique temperament and insight.
However, when such a talented woman meets Qian Xuesen, a scientist in her prime, what kind of sparks will collide?
The love story of Jiang Ying and Qian Xuesen
In 1947, Qian Xuesen returned to the motherland after a long absence with his outstanding military exploits and reunited with Jiang Ying, whom he had not seen for many years.
Once that lively and lovely little girl has become a beautiful and moving woman, Qian Xuesen's heart seems to be quietly growing.
However, fate has set many obstacles in front of this lovers, Qian Xuesen's parents have already found several girls for him, and Jiang Ying also has many admirers pursuing her.
The expectations of the family and the discussions of others make this marriage seem precarious, but the hearts of Qian Xuesen and Jiang Ying are firmly tied together.
They decided to bravely face all obstacles and strive for their own happiness, and in the presence of relatives and friends, at the wedding banquet at the Peace Hotel in Shanghai, Qian Xuesen and Jiang Ying entered the palace of marriage hand in hand.
The newlywed Yan'er should have been a sweet and warm day, however, for Qian Xuesen and Jiang Ying, life was full of hardships.
Qian Xuesen devoted himself to the cause of scientific research, often forgetting to sleep and food, day and night, as a wife, Jiang Ying did not complain, but gave her husband the greatest support and understanding.
Jiang Ying is Qian Xuesen's strongest backing on the road of scientific research, she not only takes care of her husband's daily life, but also often discusses scientific research issues with him.
Whenever Qian Xuesen encounters a bottleneck, Jiang Ying can always use her unique artistic perspective to inspire her.
With Jiang Ying's encouragement, Qian Xuesen overcame one problem after another and made remarkable achievements in the field of scientific research, however, life was not always smooth sailing.
In 1950, Qian Xuesen and his wife were ready to return to China for development, but they were obstructed by the US government in every way.
At that time, when Qian Xuesen was unreasonably placed under house arrest by the U.S. government, Jiang Ying's life fell into a difficult situation, in a foreign country, with no relatives and friends, Jiang Ying took on the responsibility of taking care of the family alone.
She has to take care of the housework, take care of the children, and worry about her livelihood, in the past, Jiang Ying's hands were used to play the piano, but now, these hands have to do laundry, cooking, and all household chores.
But Jiang Ying was not crushed by the difficulties, she knew that her husband was going through even greater suffering.
In that special era, Qian Xuesen adhered to a patriotic stance, refused to be used by the US government, and did not change his original intention even if he faced prison. Jiang Ying deeply understands and supports her husband's choice.
She understood that her personal career was so insignificant compared to the interests of the country, so Jiang Ying resolutely put down her pursuit in the field of music and devoted herself to supporting her husband's career.
She often encouraged Qian Xuesen through letters, telling him that no matter how many difficulties and dangers lie ahead, she would always stand behind him, and also used her musical expertise to relieve Qian Xuesen's sorrows.
Whenever Qian Xuesen was physically and mentally exhausted by his imprisoned life, Jiang Ying would play a beautiful piano piece for him, and let the power of music soothe his soul.
Under Jiang Ying's care, Qian Xuesen spent the difficult years of house arrest, he was not crushed by the predicament, but completed two important scientific research works in adversity.
Among them, Jiang Ying's contribution is indispensable. In her own way, she silently supported her husband behind her back and gave him the most solid backing.
Jiang Ying's dedication during Qian Xuesen's house arrest is the most beautiful interpretation of love, and she is willing to sacrifice herself to fulfill her beloved.
She shouldered the burden of life with her weak shoulders, and she used the power of music to warm her husband's heart.
So, after returning to her motherland, how did she continue to support Qian Xuesen's scientific research path? How did her own music career blossom on the land of New China?
Jiang Ying's music education career after returning to China
When Qian Xuesen and his wife finally set foot on the land of the motherland, Jiang Ying's heart was full of joy and excitement.
She knows that in this hot land, she can not only continue her music career, but also contribute to the cultural construction of the country.
With her profound musical attainments, Jiang Ying was soon favored by the Central Conservatory of Music, and she was hired as a vocal music professor, starting her new journey in the field of teaching.
In the process of teaching, Jiang Ying taught her knowledge and experience to her students without reservation, and her classes were always full of laughter, and the students affectionately called her "Teacher Jiang".
Under Jiang Ying's careful training, batch after batch of outstanding musical talents have grown strongly, some of them have become internationally famous singers, and some have become outstanding music educators.
Jiang Ying is like a loving mother, watching her students shine on the world stage, and her heart is full of pride and gratification.
However, in addition to teaching, Jiang Ying has never forgotten her identity as Qian Xuesen's wife, she knows that her husband is shouldering the heavy trust of the country and is fighting for the cause of science and technology in the motherland.
So, Jiang Ying chose to silently support her husband and become his strongest backing, whenever Qian Xuesen encountered difficulties and setbacks, Jiang Ying always gave comfort and encouragement as soon as possible.
She often provides Qian Xuesen with new ideas and inspiration through her unique artistic perspective.
With the support of Jiang Ying, Qian Xuesen has overcome one scientific research problem after another and made outstanding contributions to China's aerospace industry.
Jiang Ying's achievements in the field of music education, as well as Qian Xuesen's dedication to scientific research, have made her a model of a well-rounded woman in the new era.
She used her practical actions to interpret what patriotism is, what is dedication, and her life is a life of growing up with New China, and a life of dedication to the cause of national culture and science and technology.
In Jiang Ying's body, we see the virtuousness of traditional women and the independence of modern women; I saw the delicacy of the artist and the rigor of the educator.
Such a versatile and well-rounded woman, in her later years, what kind of state did her love with Qian Xuesen reach in her later years?
Qian Xuesen's love and gratitude to Jiang Ying
In the love story of Qian Xuesen and Jiang Ying, we often see Jiang Ying paying silently behind the scenes.
However, Qian Xuesen's love and gratitude for his wife has never stopped, and Qian Xuesen is a scientist with a talent for cooking.
He often cooks in person and prepares all kinds of delicious dishes for Jiang Ying, from home-cooked dishes to exotic dishes, Qian Xuesen is good at everything. He always tries his best to surprise Jiang Ying and make her feel his love.
Qian Xuesen's thoughtfulness made Jiang Ying feel extremely happy and warm, and his love for Jiang Ying was not only reflected in the bits and pieces of life, but also in their spiritual world.
Once, when Qian Xuesen won an important award, he said to Jiang Ying in public:
"The prize is mine, and the money is yours."
This sentence shows Qian Xuesen's love and gratitude to his wife, in his opinion, all honors should be attributed to his wife's support and dedication, without Jiang Ying, there would be no Qian Xuesen today.
With the passage of time, Qian Xuesen and Jiang Ying entered their old age, and in the twilight of their lives, they cherished each other more, supported each other, and depended on each other.
Qian Xuesen often held Jiang Ying's hand, strolled on the park path, and talked about the past, their relationship has surpassed love and reached a spiritual fit.
The love between Qian Xuesen and Jiang Ying has gone through the test of time, becoming more mellow and deeper, and they have used their own way to interpret what it means to be in love with each other and what it is to grow old together.
Their love is not only sweet and romantic, but also a state of life that understands and supports each other.
In Qian Xuesen and Jiang Ying, we see a model of Chinese-style love!