In the war-torn era, how many revolutionary heroes stood up for the sake of national justice, risking their own lives. But when the dawn of peace arrived, they retired after their achievements and chose to use new ways to contribute to the country. These unknown and unknown heroes have been working hard with the persistence and tenacity of pioneering cattle, never expecting to get anything in return. Zhang Fuqing is such a giver.
His story begins in 1948. That year, he joined the Northwest Field Army and became a glorious PLA soldier. His hard training and bravery in combat were highly praised by his superiors and subordinates. Therefore, when the assault team was formed in the Huti Battle, he stood out from many soldiers. Appointed as team leader.
The commando team often performs the most difficult and dangerous tasks. Therefore, the regiment leader also asked Zhang Fuqing if he was afraid of death, but he replied without hesitation: "What are you afraid of? Not afraid! I am already prepared to sacrifice at any time."
In this way, he led a six-man assault team to launch an attack on the enemies outside the village. This battle with an outnumbered enemy seemed to be an egg hitting a stone, but with his clever tactical arrangements, the assault team not only suffered no casualties, but also performed brilliantly. A bunker was captured. However, in the ensuing battle, he was unfortunately shot by the enemy. Even though he was wounded by the gunshot, he still persisted in fighting and captured a machine gun, and was awarded the first-class merit .
Later, in a battle in September 1948, he led dozens of men to annihilate the enemy, and was rated second-class merit .
Among the battles he experienced, the one that impressed him most was the Battle of Yongfeng. In that battle, our army suffered heavy casualties. Even before the battle was finished, seven or eight casualties were lost. The level of company commander.
Faced with this situation, Zhang Fuqing took the initiative to apply for combat, and once again provoked the leader of the assault team. However, this time the assault team was a three-person team and the situation they faced was more complex and dangerous. Before departure, Zhang Fuqing handed a suicide note to his comrades. He said: "If you die in battle, although you can no longer repay your parents for raising you, you can be worthy of the country and your dead comrades."
Taking advantage of the darkness, he and two team members touched the Under the enemy's tower, they raced against time to dig a hole, climbed up the tower, and took out the explosive packets. Just as they were about to blow up the bunker, the enemy's searchlight strafed their heads, and they were discovered! A large wave of enemies immediately attacked, and Zhang Fuqing was ready to die. They picked up the submachine gun and hid while firing.
In order to complete the task, two comrades provided cover for Zhang Fuqing. He saw the right opportunity and ignited the explosive package. After a loud bang, our army's large forces arrived, fought with the enemy, and won the final victory.
However, Zhang Fuqing was unconscious due to a head injury. Fortunately, the soldiers found him while clearing the battlefield and sent him to the hospital in time, so he saved his life. Even so, when he opened his eyes, the first question he asked was about the two comrades in the assault team. When he learned that they had died, he couldn't help but shed tears. After this battle, he was named a "people's hero".
At the beginning of the founding of the People's Republic of China, after years of war, our country was already riddled with holes. Faced with a situation where everything was in dire need, restoring production and improving people's livelihood became the most important tasks. At this time, Zhang Fuqing had become a full-time company officer with his outstanding military exploits and had a good future.
But he realized that it was now a time of peace, and he should devote himself to the construction of the motherland more than the army. So he decided to change careers. Previously, he specifically asked where manpower was most urgently needed. The answer is Laifeng County . So he said categorically: "Then I will go to Laifeng County!"
Laifeng County is located in Hubei Province, extremely remote and backward. In 1955, he came here with his wife and children, and since then, he has worked quietly here all his life. .Regarding his past achievements, he never mentioned a word to anyone. It was not until 2018, when Laifeng County collected information about retired soldiers, that he registered his information, and the honors he had received before were displayed one by one. At that time, even Zhang Fuqing's son found it incredible.
After the staff hurriedly reported it to the central government, the deeds of Zhang Fuqing were widely spread. The 95-year-old was awarded the "Medal of the Republic of China". Zhang Fuqing is the epitome of thousands of devotees. On the road to building a new China, it is precisely because of such devotees who have deep merit and fame that our great republic will become more and more glorious.
