In September 1955 in Beijing, the autumn was crisp. A special investiture ceremony is in the works. This is not only about the ten famous founding marshals, but also about the little-known "them" behind them. What kind of extraordinary experience do these women who don't let their eyebrows have?
The women don't let the eyebrows, and the marshal's wife has a lot of background
After the founding of the People's Republic of China, the government decided to confer titles on meritorious generals. But what is less known is that some of the marshals' wives are also among them. These women are not just dependent on their husbands, but have their own revolutionary processes and outstanding contributions.
Some of them are from famous families, some have been imprisoned, and some are heroines on the battlefield. These independent and talented women have proved their worth with practical actions and won the recognition of the country.
From ladies to female generals, their revolutionary road
The revolutionary career of these marshal's wives often began in a period of youth and frivolity. Some people were admitted to the Whampoa Military Academy to escape an arranged marriage, and some joined the Red Army at the age of 16.
They gave up their affluent lives and resolutely threw themselves into the torrent of revolution. In the war-torn era, these women not only have to face the enemy's bullets, but also break through the shackles of traditional concepts. They either charge on the front line, or organize propaganda in the rear, proving with practical actions that women can also hold up half the sky.
It is this eventful period that has forged their tenacious character and outstanding talent. It is precisely because of this that when New China needs talents, these heroines naturally become the best choice. Their revolutionary experience laid a solid foundation for obtaining military ranks and important positions in the future.
The heroines showed their talents, and the marshal's wife showed her talents
In the early days of the founding of the People's Republic of China, everything was in ruins. These female generals showed their skills in their respective positions. Some are responsible for women's work and campaigning for the cause of women's emancipation; some are engaged in education work, cultivating talents for New China; Others continue to serve in the military and contribute to the cause of national defense.
However, the road ahead has not been easy. They often have to face obstruction and suspicion from the old forces. Some argue that women should not hold key positions, while others question whether their abilities are commensurate with the position.
In the face of these challenges, the marshals did not flinch. They have proven their talents with practical actions and won the respect of their colleagues and subordinates.
Over time, these women have established themselves in their fields, and some have even become leaders in their fields. Their achievements have not only won honor for themselves, but also set an example for thousands of Chinese women.
On the eve of the investiture ceremony, there was an undercurrent
In September 1955, a high-profile investiture ceremony was about to take place. Beneath the glossy surface, however, there is an undercurrent. Debates intensified over whether the marshal's wife should be awarded the title, and what rank should be awarded.
Proponents argue that these women deserve equal recognition for their contributions during the revolutionary period as they did for their contributions. Opponents fear that such an approach could spark unnecessary controversy and undermine the military's prestige.
After intense discussions, the decision-makers finally came up with a compromise: only the wives of marshals on active duty in the army were given military ranks, and others were honored in other ways. This decision not only reflects the recognition of the contributions of these women, but also avoids possible controversy.
On the day of the award, Lin Biao's wife Ye Qun, Liu Bocheng's wife Wang Ronghua, He Long's wife Xue Ming, and Luo Ronghuan's wife Lin Yueqin respectively received military ranks ranging from colonel to colonel. Although the wives of other marshals were not conferred titles, their contributions were also recognized by the state, and they were placed in important positions to continue to contribute to the construction of the country.
This award ceremony is not only an affirmation of these women, but also an important symbol of the promotion of women's status in New China. It demonstrated to the world the ability and value of Chinese women, and also provided strong support for the women's liberation movement later.
Looking back on this history, we can't help but sigh: these marshal wives are simply more exciting than TV series. They have changed from beautiful girls to female generals, experienced the rain of bullets, and faced gossip. Finally, with real skills, he gained a firm foothold in all walks of life and contributed to the construction of New China.
Both men and women deserve equal opportunities and recognition as long as they are able. They are not only personal legends, but also the epitome of the entire era. Today, we should cherish the hard-won opportunity, shine in our own posts, and contribute to the development of the country.