The towns of Huangshata, Huandong, and Xintai recently organized a series of events centered on the theme of "Carrying Forward the Spirit of the Long March, Building a Strong National Defense Together." These activities, timed to coincide with the National Defense Education Month and the commemoration of the September 18th Incident, utilized local platforms such as the New Civilization Practice Centers and Township Armed Forces Departments. The goal was to guide local officials, the public, and militia members in remembering history, honoring martyrs, and remaining vigilant during times of peace, thereby deepening their commitment to national defense.
In Huangshata Town, an immersive educational approach using theoretical lectures and red-themed films was adopted. The sessions brought together town officials, village militia, emergency response teams, and veterans' representatives. The lectures covered the National Defense Education Law and the Military Service Law, explaining the importance of national defense and the achievements of modern defense construction in accessible language. After the talks, participants watched a patriotic film, which served as a powerful reminder of the nation's strength and the importance of being prepared to defend it.
Huandong Town held a special lecture on the anniversary of the September 18th Incident, a date that marks a painful chapter in the nation's history. The event aimed to transform the memory of past suffering into a proactive commitment to supporting national defense. By integrating red education with defense awareness, the town sought to create a culture where every citizen feels a personal responsibility for the nation's security.
On September 18th, Xintai Town's New Civilization Practice Center, together with the Armed Forces Department, conducted a themed presentation for officials and young militia members. The talk revisited the tragic events of 1931 and praised the unwavering spirit and resilience of the revolutionary forebears. It challenged attendees to move beyond a peacetime mindset and recognize the critical importance of defense in the new era. Following the lecture, the group watched the film "Bloody Battle of Xiangjiang River," which vividly portrays the courage and sacrifice of the Red Army soldiers, leaving a profound impression on all who viewed it.
Participants expressed that the events served as a powerful call to action, urging everyone to use the revolutionary martyrs as role models. They voiced a strong commitment to strengthening their defense awareness and skills, and to applying these in their daily work within grassroots governance and emergency services. These activities successfully heightened the sense of urgency, responsibility, and patriotic duty among both the public and the militia.
Moving forward, the three towns plan to continue expanding their national defense education programs. The strategy includes holding regular lectures, film screenings, and science outreach events on a regular basis. By blending red education with defense initiatives, the towns aim to solidify the ideological foundation of national defense at the grassroots level, commemorate the spirit of the Long March through practical action, and contribute to the region's ongoing stability and prosperity.
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