【Introduction】:
Let's talk about something today, which is related to the 1979 self-defense counterattack against Vietnam. Do you know that the commander-in-chief of this battle is actually not the well-known General Xu Shiyou, but another heavyweight. And guess who? That's right, it's our beloved Marshal Xu Xiangqian. Let's talk about the legendary story of this marshal today, and see how he stepped forward at a critical moment and led our soldiers to win this battle.
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Lao Ji is in the woods, and his ambitions are thousands of miles
In 1979, there was a lot of fun in Viet Nam, and we had to react. But who will be the commander-in-chief of this battle? At this time, Xu Xiangmarshal stood up. Think about it, in those years, there were few of the top ten marshals of the founding of the country who were alive, Marshal Ye Jianying was busy with civilian work, Marshal Nie Rongzhen was too old, and Marshal Liu Bocheng was not good at eyesight. As a result, this heavy responsibility fell on the shoulders of Marshal Xu Xiangqian.
From Whampoa to Marshal
Marshal Xu Xiangqian, that's a legend. After graduating from the Whampoa Military Academy, to the Northern Expedition, and then to the Red Army, he grew up step by step and became a good hand in our party. Not only is he outstanding in military talent, but he also cares about the soldiers, whether it is the life-and-death struggle on the front line, or the trivial matters of logistics, he cares about it.
An iron fist in wartime
At that time in 1979, Marshal Xu Xiangqian was 78 years old, but as soon as the war came, he seemed to have returned to his youth, full of energy, fighting day and night in the command room. He had a headache, and he could only rely on medicine to carry it, this kind of spirit is really admirable.
A loving father in times of peace
After the war, Marshal Xu Xiangqian was not idle, and he put his mind on consolidating national defense and caring for the people in the old area. He personally received the secretary of the county party committee of Dabie Mountain, cared about the development of the old area, and even saved his birthday banquet, thinking about the food and clothing of the people in the old area. This kind of incorruptibility and deep affection for the people is touching.
Self-defense counterattack against Vietnam: Xu Xiangqian's victory
Under the command of Marshal Xu Xiangqian, the self-defense counterattack against Vietnam achieved a brilliant victory. The PLA advanced rapidly, occupied key areas, and dealt a heavy blow to the Viet Nam invaders. Our army not only showed momentum, but also showed restraint, not coveting Viet Nam's land, but resolutely defending its territorial sovereignty.
【Conclusion】:
Marshal Xu Xiangqian, his life is a life for the country and the people. On the battlefield, he was a commander of the field; In times of peace, he was a good leader who cared for the people. We must not forget that the victory in the self-defense counterattack against Vietnam was inseparable from his wisdom and courage. The story of Marshal Xu Xiangqian is like a bright pearl in the long river of history, shining forever.