A salute suddenly sounded, and the sound pierced the sky. A white woman was the first to slowly walk down the escalator of the plane. She looked majestic and had an extraordinary bearing. Everyone knew that the most difficult moment was coming.

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On September 22, 1982, a special plane landed at Beijing Airport.

A salute suddenly sounded, and the sound pierced the sky. A white woman was the first to slowly walk down the escalator of the plane. She looked majestic and had an extraordinary bearing. Everyone knew that the most difficult moment was coming.

has a nickname internationally, called " Iron Lady ".

She is British Prime Minister Mrs. Thatcher, and this time her opponent is Deng Xiaoping. At this time, neither China nor Britain knew that the two of them would engage in a fierce confrontation lasting 22 rounds. The former empire on which the sun never sets would begin a fierce collision with the glory and dreams of the Chinese nation. The core of the

collision is about Hong Kong, China.

Many people know that in the end, Mrs. Thatcher proved her defeat with her shocking fall in front of the Great Hall of the People. In the end, she still could not keep Hong Kong, which belonged to China.

But Thatcher didn’t know that although Chairman Mao had passed away at that time, his wisdom still protected the country he loved throughout his life. Deng Xiaoping later recalled with deep affection: The Chairman had long expected this scene.

At that time, Comrade Deng Xiaoping knew that Mrs. Thatcher came with bad intentions. Britain had just won the war with Argentina and had won a complete victory in the Falklands War. It was a time of great prosperity.

She is here now to compete for China's Hong Kong. There is reliable evidence that the unprecedentedly expanded Britain feels that it has restored the glory of the British Empire . Thatcher came with the delusion of "sovereignty in exchange for power of governance" and even had a crazy plan to extend Hong Kong's lease to 2098.

In the international political arena, Mrs. Thatcher's skill and political wisdom have proven that she is a strong politician. Before arriving in China, the British Prime Minister began to spread various public opinions internationally.

Every Chinese will be angry when they see the news reports at that time, because Thatcher's remarks at the time were: "The three treaties regarding Hong Kong are still valid."

Thatcher was of course talking about the treaties signed with the Qing Dynasty at that time. Three unequal treaties, in that dark and weak era, the Chinese were forced to sign the "Nanjing Treaty", the Shimonoseki Treaty and the Xinchou Treaty.

The British stirred up the emotions of the Chinese nation. That semi-colonial semi-feudal China was an unspeakable pain in the hearts of every Chinese.

This is a vicious trick. The purpose is to test the reaction of the Chinese and establish an advantage for the British in the negotiations on Hong Kong. Therefore, the reaction of the Chinese will directly determine the negotiation method of this ruthless British man.

Thatcher felt that if China panicked, it would be easy to handle.

Two days later, Mrs. Thatcher walked into the Great Hall of the People. Here she saw a man wearing a simple and simple Chinese tunic suit. This politician, who was not very tall, had a kind face, but there was an air of calmness about him. That self-confident temperament made Thatcher look stern.

Seeing is better than hearing. She knew that the person in front of her was Deng Xiaoping. Compared to her country, which had just defeated Argentina, the man in front of her had fought bloody battles with the brutal fascist Japanese invaders decades ago.

On this day, Mrs. Thatcher put on a long silk dress with red dots on a blue background, black high heels, and an exquisite black handbag in her hand. On her neck, there was a beautiful pearl necklace , which makes her look very graceful and luxurious, full of different temperament.

Mrs. Thatcher came in advance and worked step by step. Naturally, our country will not fall into the British diplomatic methods. Thatcher failed to give China power.

Because another woman with yellow skin and dark eyes appeared at that time, Ms. Deng Yingchao, the then honorary president of Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries , greeted her at the door. If anyone can be calm and composed under Thatcher’s aura, Then Deng Yingchao, a revolutionary, must be able to do it with ease.

Just because she is Premier Zhou's wife and her friend who went through the revolutionary era together, she is quick-thinking and powerful. Premier Zhou also said when he was still alive: Her organizational skills are better than mine.

Thatcher saw Deng Yingchao's hand stretched out, so the two parties shook hands cordially. This was not the first time Thatcher met Deng Yingchao. The two of them had communicated with each other many times. When they met again, the solemn atmosphere disappeared. A lot, the laughter of the two people diluted people's nervousness.

Then comes the main event. Everyone knows the British’s purpose, and the British also know China’s thoughts. Conflicts are inevitable, but the incident just now has weakened Thatcher’s sharp attitude a lot, and she still needs to gather her energy. "Dealing" with Deng Xiaoping.

In the Fujian Hall of the Great Hall of the People, she met Deng Xiaoping, who shook hands with her with a smile on his face.

After the two people sat down, Mrs. Thatcher made the first move. She said first: "As the current Prime Minister, I am visiting China and I am very happy to see you."

Comrade Deng Xiaoping also smiled and said: "Yes, I am the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom." But I know quite a few of them. The ones I know have all stepped down. Now you are welcome to come to China!"

Mrs. Thatcher could only smile. She had already understood what Mr. Deng meant.

At this moment, she suddenly remembered the nickname of the person opposite. As we all know, Mrs. Thatcher's nickname was "Iron Lady".

And Deng Xiaoping's nickname was "Steel Company".

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is like "when a woman is born, she is born bright". This nickname seems to be born to suppress Mrs. Thatcher.

The person who gave this nickname was Chairman Mao Zedong. He called Deng Xiaoping "Steel Company" more than once during his lifetime because steel represents extreme hardness. "Steel Company" means Deng Xiaoping, who could not be defeated no matter what.

Deng Gong had three ups and downs in his life. Everyone in the world marveled at the infinite power of this little politician. He had already become a legend in world politics. Deng Xiaoping was not afraid of Mrs. Thatcher at all.

After the talks began, Thatcher directly stated her position, that is, Hong Kong must not be returned to China.

She said that again, that is, regarding the ownership of Hong Kong's sovereignty, the three treaties related to Hong Kong in the past are still valid today.

Deng Xiaoping glanced at Mrs. Thatcher with burning eyes, and immediately said categorically: "Hong Kong is our Chinese territory, and we must take it back!"

Thatcher was stunned for a moment. She did not expect that this conversation would be It unfolded like this, and then she heard Deng Gong say China's three principles and opinions.

First, the issue of sovereignty is absolutely non-discussable. Hong Kong belongs to China. There is no doubt that it has been our territory since ancient times. We can talk about the "Hong Kong issue", but the issue of sovereignty is outside the scope of discussion.

Second, China hopes to resolve the Hong Kong issue within one or two years. Otherwise, China will definitely unilaterally announce its own policy to resolve the Hong Kong issue by then.

When she heard this, Thatcher felt as if she had seen Deng Xiaoping, the commander in the North China battlefield, who was decisive in killing. When she heard this, she knew that the "Steel Company" was not in vain. She could not imagine that the British Possible consequences for violating one of these.

Immediately afterwards, she heard the ultimatum, which was almost a declaration of war between China and Britain. The content of Article 3 of

is that it is better to resolve it now than to resolve it in the future. If Hong Kong encounters some uncontrollable situations during the negotiations, we will reconsider the date for the recovery of Hong Kong's sovereignty.

Thatcher understood that this was because China did not want Britain to stir up trouble in Hong Kong.

Deng Xiaoping said directly: "China has no room for maneuver on the Hong Kong issue. It should be clearly affirmed now that in 1997, China will take back Hong Kong, and it will also include Hong Kong and Kowloon ."

In the position of New China, we have never It’s okay not to mention the several unequal treaties signed in the 19th century, which were humiliating and humiliating to the country.

In this meeting, Thatcher did not even dare to express the slightest desire to "renew the lease."

This confrontation was more intense than expected. After lengthy negotiations, the leaders of the two countries finally discussed the issue of issuing a communiqué. Deng Xiaoping stated that he must state in the communiqué that he would take back Hong Kong in 1997.

"Only on this basis can we negotiate and resolve the issue of how we will transition well in the next 15 years and what will happen to Hong Kong after 15 years."

Mrs. Thatcher maintained the limit of her restraint. She could not accept it and was determined not to I agree, especially I cannot agree that China should take back Hong Kong in 1997.

In the end, Thatcher, who looked gloomy and heavy, could only agree to issue a communiqué without any substantive commitments. She was so high-spirited when she entered the Great Hall of the People, and how embarrassed she was when she left.

The sunshine in Beijing shone on Thatcher's sad face. She felt that she had witnessed the inevitable decline of Britain. She slowly walked down the steps, and the contact between her high heels and the stone steps made her lose her balance for a moment.

She suddenly half-knelt on the ground, causing her leather shoes and exquisite black handbag to be thrown aside. If she hadn't fallen on the ground, Thatcher would have probably rolled down the stone steps. That scene was destined to cause a huge sensation.

However, just this fall was enough to make people imagine. This photo of "Thatcher encounters Waterloo in China" made the headlines of major newspapers around the world that day.

Thatcher's face was livid. After returning, she told British Ambassador to China Collidas: Deng Xiaoping was really cruel.

Deng Xiaoping took out a cigarette without haste afterwards. After lighting it, he took a sip and said seriously: "In fact, Chairman Mao has already expected this scene today."

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Some people still don't know , when the People's Republic of China was founded in 1949, why did Chairman Mao not ask the People's Liberation Army to regain Hong Kong?

In fact, as early as the 1940s, Chairman Mao was already thinking about "how to solve the Hong Kong problem." During the civil war between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party, the People's Liberation Army was liberating the country with unprecedented momentum. Lin Biao had already led his troops to station in front of Shenzhen Bay. Just wait for an order to attack Hong Kong.

In 1949, the Governor of Hong Kong was restless. He received a letter with a few lines on it, revealing infinite political wisdom. It read like this:

First, Hong Kong must not be used to oppose Military base of the People's Republic of China .

Second, activities aimed at undermining the prestige of the People's Republic of China are not allowed.

Third, people of the People’s Republic of China in Hong Kong must be protected.

After the British people in Hong Kong agreed, Lin Biao received a call from Xibaipo .

demanded "pause the attack, Hong Kong has other plans."

Chairman Mao knew that this was the best way at the moment, which would avoid maximum casualties and bring more benefits to this new country.

On December 19, the "Hong Kong Overseas Chinese News" published a report called "Mao Zedong has guaranteed the security of Hong Kong's status."

In those days, the benefits this brought us were huge.

On January 6, 1950, the British Attlee government recognized the Central People's Government of the People's Republic of China as the only legitimate government of China, regardless of the opposition of the Kuomintang regime in Taiwan and the Americans who stood by it. .

This is the first Western country to establish diplomatic relations with China.

Soon, the Korean War broke out. Chairman Mao had great talent and sagacity. Because he maintained a flexible policy towards Hong Kong, precious materials could enter the mainland of the motherland through this "window". A businessman named Fok Yingdong worked hard to organize Hong Kong's The fleet brought supplies to the Chinese people.

When we were at odds with the Soviet Union, we also obtained a large amount of food and materials through Hong Kong. Only then did people realize what a powerful political wisdom this was!

But Chairman Mao knew that Hong Kong must return to China in the future, and this is something that must be done.

So on December 9, 1946, when Chairman Mao Zedong was interviewed by hamer, Roderick and other Western media, when asked about the ownership of Hong Kong, Chairman Mao answered the question very seriously to the reporter.

"We are not demanding immediate return now. China is so big and there are still many places that are not well managed. Why rush to get this place first? It can be solved through negotiation in the future."

Chairman Mao said keenly: "The UK has no Of course we can occupy it no matter how much military power we have. The Qing Dynasty signed a treaty relationship in the past. This is a special situation. We are not ready to touch it for the time being."

After the founding of New China, although Chairman Mao maintained a consistent policy towards Hong Kong, although we "do not "Be prepared to move it." If Hong Kong comes back one day, we must also be fully prepared.

In order to awaken the sense of belonging to the Chinese nation among Hong Kong compatriots, the Chinese People's Government appointed a person to ensure Hong Kong's fresh water and food during a severe drought and extreme water shortage.

At the critical moment when Hong Kong's reservoirs were running out of water, the sweet and clear water from the motherland entered Hong Kong. The person responsible for this important work was the familiar Premier Zhou.

The government’s notice at the time instructed: More than 95% of Hong Kong residents are our compatriots, so the water supply project should be organized by our country and included in the national plan!

When Hong Kong encounters a crisis, it is not the British who save them, but the motherland who always stands behind.

Moreover, China has provided Hong Kong with countless industrial raw materials at preferential prices, which has greatly promoted the rise of Hong Kong's local industry. Without these years of unremitting efforts, Hong Kong would have become a dead port, lifeless and dilapidated due to lack of fresh water. Wither.

Therefore, when Mrs. Thatcher fell in front of the Great Hall of the People, the Hong Kong Chinese newspaper of that year directly wrote on the front page: "British Prime Minister Margaret Hilda Thatcher , today the argument of "kowtow to the great rivers and mountains of the motherland" has been expressed.

When it comes to patriotism, the people with lofty ideals in Hong Kong back then were extremely passionate and sincere.

On May 25, 1974, Chairman Mao's health was already worrying. On this day, Chairman Mao held a meeting with British Prime Minister and Conservative Party leader Edward Heath.

No matter how ample time is available for this talk, the issue of Hong Kong will eventually be brought up. Chairman Mao still said that we will not talk about the Hong Kong issue now.

Chairman Mao looked at Premier Zhou Enlai beside him at this time and asked: "Was Hong Kong ceded to them? Kowloon was leased, how much time is left?"

Premier Zhou said calmly: "It was leased to them in 1898. The period of 99 years ended in 1997. "

Chairman Mao asked: "How many years are there from now?"

Premier Zhou said: "There are still 23 years."

These conversations that Heath noticed may be detrimental to Britain. He said directly: "I believe that in 1997, Hong Kong will have a smooth handover."

Chairman Mao looked forward, seeming to see the future scene of Hong Kong returning to the embrace of the motherland.

Chairman Mao looked at Premier Zhou Enlai beside him, then pointed at Deng Xiaoping not far away, and said that specific matters in the future should be left to young people.

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As time goes by and people have passed away, the only thing that remains unchanged is our determination to take back Hong Kong.

Mrs. Thatcher later published her memoirs, in which she wrote:

"On the morning of September 22, 1982, when I was flying from Tokyo to Beijing, I kept thinking about a difficult issue. That is, China did not recognize it at all. The "Treaty of Nanjing" signed by the British and the Qing government on Hong Kong Island in 1842 was a precondition proposed by the Chinese leaders. "

"When I sat at the negotiating table, I discovered that Hong Kong may never belong to Britain. , our own wishful thinking should come to an end."

In fact, Thatcher still did not give up the fight for power in Hong Kong. She no longer mentioned the three treaties that humiliated the Chinese nation, but advocated that the Chinese government resume the exercise of sovereignty over Hong Kong, but the follow-up was still British. Manage Hong Kong.

Deng Xiaoping's toughness really surprised Thatcher.

At that time, China's toughness made the world wonder how tough it was. The central government pointed out that if the British did not change their attitude, China would definitely. In September 1984, it unilaterally announced the settlement of the Hong Kong issue.

Originally, Britain had hinted at threatening China with force, but seeing China's attitude, it had no choice but to stop. Now the Chinese have really stood up, and the two bombs and one satellite plan has been completed. At that time, the British did not even have the capital to threaten China.

The people of Hong Kong were also sharing the same hatred. Why could the Chinese land and the descendants of the Yellow Emperor not return to the embrace of the motherland?

Finally, in December 1984? At 8:22 pm on the 18th, a civil airliner roared into the Beijing Airport.

Mrs. Thatcher came from the United Kingdom. She visited China again and formally signed the Sino-British Joint Declaration on the Hong Kong Issue. , China will be in 1997.

The all-powerful "Iron Lady" lost to the "Steel Company" Deng Xiaoping, and even more so to the wisdom of Chairman Mao

On this memorable day, China. Jiang Zemin, Chairman of the People's Republic of China, solemnly announced to the world in Hong Kong: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China is officially established today!

Hong Kong has been drifting away for a hundred years and has finally returned to the embrace of the motherland.

No force can stop Hong Kong. Return, because the wisdom of great people will always protect this land and its people.

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