Imagine 1841. British forces encroach. They humiliated a local farmer’s wife. This injustice sparked a flame. That flame ignited resistance. Now we stand before the \u4e09\u5143\u91cc\u6297\u82f1\u6597\u4e89\u7eaa\u5ff5\u7891 Obelisk. It commemorates a pivotal moment in Guangzhou’s history. It honors those who fought against British aggression.
The \u4e09\u5143\u91cc\u6297\u82f1\u6597\u4e89\u7eaa\u5ff5\u7891 Obelisk stands as a powerful symbol. It represents the indomitable spirit of the local people. In 1841 the British launched attacks. Their looting and violence against civilians were unbearable.
Weigui Guang and others fought back. They killed several British soldiers. News of this act spread like wildfire. People from 103 nearby villages united. They formed an armed force. They were determined to defend their homeland.
On the morning of May 30th thousands of volunteers advanced. They approached the British headquarters at Sifang Fort. They lured the enemy to Niulan Hill. After a day of intense fighting the people triumphed. They killed over 200 British soldiers. The \u4e09\u5143\u91cc\u6297\u82f1\u6597\u4e89\u7eaa\u5ff8\u7891 Obelisk immortalizes this victory.
The \u4e09\u5143\u91cc\u6297\u82f1\u6597\u4e89\u7eaa\u5ff5\u7891 Obelisk is more than just a monument. It is a testament to courage. It is a symbol of unity. The \u4e09\u5143\u91cc\u6297\u82f1\u6597\u4e89\u7eaa\u5ff5\u7891 reminds us of the sacrifices made. It reminds us to protect our homes.
Built on October 1 1950 the \u4e09\u5143\u91cc\u6297\u82f1\u6597\u4e89\u7eaa\u5ff5\u7891 Obelisk is a concrete structure. It stands approximately 10 meters high. The base has two layers. The upper layer is square. The lower layer is round.
The \u4e09\u5143\u91cc\u6297\u82f1\u6597\u4e89\u7eaa\u5ff5\u7891 Obelisk’s inscription reads “The martyrs who fought against British imperialism. Their sacrifices will be remembered forever”. The surrounding Sanyuanli Anti-British Memorial Park covers 11265 square meters. It offers a space for reflection.
Nearby stands the Sanyuanli Anti-British Struggle History Museum. It was once the Sanyuan Temple. Villagers gathered here in 1841 to plan their resistance. They swore an oath before the Beidi statue. They used the Three Stars flag as their banner.
Inside the museum you can see artifacts. There are weapons and captured British uniforms. The museum systematically presents the history of the Sanyuanli people’s struggle.
The \u4e09\u5143\u91cc\u6297\u82f1\u6597\u4e89\u7eaa\u5ff5\u7891 Obelisk is more than a landmark. It is a place of learning. It is a place of remembrance. Schoolchildren visit to pay respects. They join the Young Pioneers. The \u4e09\u5143\u91cc\u6297\u82f1\u6597\u4e89\u7eaa\u5ff5\u7891 embodies Guangzhou’s spirit.