Before us stands a testament to a life dedicated to revolution education and literature: \u6210\u4eff\u543e. \u6210\u4eff\u543e also known as Cheng Fangwu was a prominent figure in the Chinese Communist Party. He was born in 1897 and passed away in 1984. His life spanned a period of immense change and upheaval in China.
\u6210\u4eff\u543e’s early life was marked by a thirst for knowledge and a passion for literature. He studied in Japan at Tokyo Imperial University. There he became involved with the Creation Society. This group of scholars promoted new literature. Upon returning to China in 1921 he became a faculty member at Sun Yat-sen University.
\u6210\u4eff\u543e’s commitment to communism deepened over time. He joined the Chinese Communist Party in Paris in 1928. He translated Marx and Engels’ “The Communist Manifesto” from German to Chinese. This translation became a key text for the party.
Back in China \u6210\u4eff\u543e played a crucial role in the Communist movement. He became a senior commissar in the Eyuwan Soviet. This region straddled three provinces. He was responsible for administration education and the economy.
During the Long March \u6210\u4eff\u543e accompanied the Red Army. He established a mobile university in 1937. This university educated soldiers and party members. They fought against the Japanese during the Second Sino-Japanese War. This mobile university later became Huabei United University. \u6210\u4eff\u543e served as its President.
After the Communist victory in 1949 \u6210\u4eff\u543e continued his work in education. He helped establish Renmin University in Beijing. He later became President of Shandong University. He focused on reality and personal knowledge of the subject matter.
Despite his dedication \u6210\u4eff\u543e faced persecution during the Cultural Revolution. He was purged in 1974. He was later rehabilitated in 1978. He spent his final years as President of Renmin University.
\u6210\u4eff\u543e’s life was full of colorful stories. One anecdote tells of a criticism session. A persecutor mispronounced a word in a poem by Mao Zedong. \u6210\u4eff\u543e corrected him leading to applause.
Mao Zedong himself praised \u6210\u4eff\u543e’s contributions to education. He recognized his dedication and commitment.
\u6210\u4eff\u543e’s legacy lives on through his published works. These include novels essays and memoirs. His translation of the Communist Manifesto remains influential.
Chinese leader Chan Wing called \u6210\u4eff\u543e a civil revolutionist. He was also called a loyal warrior educator and social scientist.
\u6210\u4eff\u543e’s life exemplifies dedication to education and revolution. His contributions shaped the course of Chinese history. Standing here we remember his commitment and legacy.