Before us stands an imposing monument. This is the Shenzhen Revolutionary Martyrs Monument. It commemorates those who sacrificed their lives. It is a tribute to their heroic spirit.
The Shenzhen Revolutionary Martyrs Cemetery is in Futian District. It sits at the intersection of Beihuan Boulevard and Caitian Road. The cemetery was founded in 1986. It covers 57,000 square meters.
The monument is 27 meters tall. It was erected in 1983. Zeng Sheng inscribed the words on it. The inscription reads “Revolutionary Martyrs Are Immortal.” Zeng Sheng commanded the Dongjiang Column. This column was part of the Guangdong People’s Guerilla. They fought against Japanese Aggression.
The cemetery has a pavilion. It is in the southwest corner. The names of 1,050 Shenzhen revolutionary martyrs are inscribed there. These martyrs died since 1900. 490 died during the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. This war lasted from 1931 to 1945. 416 died during the Chinese People’s War of Liberation between 1945 and 1949. 65 died during the Socialist Revolution and Socialist Construction from 1949 to 1976. 25 martyrs died since the launch of reform and opening up.
Zeng Sheng is also interred at the cemetery. He was a Pingshan native. Zeng joined the Communist Party of China in 1936. He greatly contributed to the victory in South China. Zeng died in 1995. The CPC Central Committee and State Council approved his burial here in 1996.
The Shenzhen Revolutionary Martyrs Memorial Hall is also located here. It exhibits materials, pictures, and relics. These items represent martyrs from different periods.
The Dongjiang Column was formed in 1943. The Dongjiang Column Memorial Hall was built in 2000. It is in Pingshan. It displays historical documents and photos. It also has veterans’ paraphernalia. A monument lists thousands of martyrs’ names.
More than 10,000 residents visit this cemetery each year. They come to pay tribute to the soldiers. These soldiers sacrificed their lives for the nation. People remember the heroic spirit of those who died. The Shenzhen Revolutionary Martyrs Cemetery ensures their sacrifices are not forgotten. It also stands as a solemn reminder of their dedication.