He was the younger brother of the former president, who was awarded the rank of general in 1988 and died in 2013 at the age of 93
"Soldiers should regard the country as their home and the people as their foundation. This sentence tells the portrayal of General Yang Baibing's life. In modern Chinese history, there is such a little-known general, whose life is closely linked to the fate of the republic. Yang Baibing was born in an ordinary family in Chongqing in 1920, when China was in a dark period of warlord division and people's livelihood.
The young Yang Baibing, under the influence of his brother Yang Shangkun, had the ambition to serve the country early. At that time, the flame of revolution was quietly ignited in the hearts of young people, and Yang Baibing was no exception. "The wisdom of the youth is the wisdom of the country, and the wealth of the youth is the wealth of the country", Liang Qichao's famous sentence seems to be made for a hot-blooded young man like Yang Baibing.
In 1937, Japan invaded China in an all-out way, and the national disaster was at the forefront. Yang Baibing went to Yan'an without hesitation and threw himself into the revolutionary torrent. At that time, Yan'an was the base of the Communist Party of China and the spiritual holy place of countless enthusiastic young people. Here, Yang Baibing received a systematic education in revolutionary theory, which laid a solid foundation for his future revolutionary career. However, we can't help but ask: In that war-torn era, what kind of force could make a teenager resolutely join the revolution?
Yang Baibing's revolutionary career can be described as ups and downs, hardships and twists and turns. From the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression to the War of Liberation, and then to the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, his footprints have spread all over the motherland. Once, while on a mission in Shanxi, he almost died while helping his fellow villagers find their lost sheep. "Sheep have a habit of jumping over walls, and people have the heart to take risks", this proverb seems to describe the dangerous situation at that time. With his wit and courage, Yang Baibing turned danger into a disaster, and this experience also strengthened his belief in the revolution.
In the years of suppressing bandits in southern Henan, Yang Baibing showed extraordinary wisdom and courage. He skillfully set a "puja" trap to lure the snake out of the hole, and annihilated the bandits who were the victim in one fell swoop. This battle not only showed his military talents, but also won the love of the people. "Soldiers, the major affairs of the country, the place of death and life, and the way of survival, must not be overlooked. Yang Baibing is well aware of this truth, and every time he takes military action, he strives to be cautious.
After the founding of the People's Republic of China, Yang Baibing should have been on the rise, but unfortunately suffered the catastrophe of the "Cultural Revolution". Eight years in prison is undoubtedly a great blow to a soldier. However, Yang Baibing was not knocked out by the difficulties. "You can't do without Hongyi, and there is a long way to go. This famous sentence in the "Analects" seems to be a portrayal of Yang Baibing. In 1979, he returned to the army and began the second spring of his life.
In 1988, Yang Baibing was awarded the rank of general, which is the highest praise for his life's struggle. Under the witness of the president of the country and his brother Yang Shangkun, Yang Baibing received this heavy honor. This scene is not only Yang Baibing's personal glory, but also the epitome of the development of the entire republic's army. However, we can't help but ask: In that special era, how can a soldier maintain his original intention and never forget his mission in the face of many difficulties?
General Yang Baibing played an important role in the modernization of the armed forces. He presided over the formulation of a series of important military reform programs, which promoted the development of the PLA in the direction of informationization and modernization. Thanks to his efforts, the People's Liberation Army has undergone earth-shaking changes in just ten years. "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Every step of General Yang Baibing's reform has laid a solid foundation for the modernization of the Chinese armed forces.
As Yang Shangkun's younger brother, Yang Baibing has never sought privileges through this. On the contrary, he worked harder than anyone else in order not to disgrace his family's reputation. The brothers are both relatives and superiors, and their relationship can be described as just right. "The friendship between gentlemen is as light as water", this sentence may be able to describe the relationship between the Yang brothers. They respect each other, support each other, and contribute to the development of the country together.
Stepping into the new century, Yang Baibing took the initiative to take a back seat. He knows that leadership should be given to younger, more energetic people. This spirit of knowing how to advance and retreat and to understand the general situation is worth learning from each of us. Even after retirement, Yang Baibing still cares about the development of the country and pays attention to army construction.
In 2013, General Yang Baibing died suddenly at the age of 93. His life was a life of growing up with the Republic and a life of struggle for the country and the people. The deeds of General Yang Baibing have inspired generations of young people. However, in this era of peace, how can we inherit the spirit of the older generation of revolutionaries? This is a question worth pondering for each of us. His experience tells us that no matter what kind of environment we are in, we must stick to our original intention and fight for the country and the people all our lives.
In today's society, although we don't need to experience war like General Yang Baibing, we still need the spirit of serving the country and the people. Everyone should fulfill their responsibilities in their own positions and contribute to the development of the country.
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