Linfen martyrs cemetery

Linfen martyrs cemetery

Linfen martyrs cemetery, built in 1958, covers an area of 10000 square meters, with 18 large memorial buildings such as towers, halls, pavilions, tombs and corridors.

Linfen martyrs cemetery was built in memory of the revolutionary martyrs who died bravely in the battle of Linfen according to the proposal of Marshal Xu Qianxiang. It is a key patriotism and national defense education base determined by the provincial government and the Ministry of civil affairs. In 2011, it was listed as a key national martyr memorial building protection unit by the State Council.

Marshal Zhu De wrote the inscription "revolutionary martyrs are immortal".

Reasons for establishment

Linfen martyrs cemetery was built in memory of the revolutionary martyrs who died bravely in the battle of Linfen according to the proposal of Marshal Xu Qianxiang.

Construction history

On May 17, 1959, on the 10th anniversary of the liberation of Linfen, according to the instructions of Marshal Xu Qianqian, the martyrs' cemetery in Linfen was built to praise the martyrs and educate future generations.

On May 17, 1995, a large-scale reconstruction was carried out. With the full support of all sectors of society, the reconstruction task was successfully completed.

On May 17, 2002, in line with public opinion, large-scale reconstruction was carried out. The bronze statue of Xu Qianqian, the gate of the cemetery, the gate of the liberation Memorial, the model of the ancient city, the monument to the revolutionary martyrs and the two exhibition halls were successfully completed.

On May 17, 2010, a large-scale expansion and reconstruction of the martyr's tomb optimized the surrounding environment.

Cemetery Exhibition

Marshal Zhu De's autograph "revolutionary martyrs are immortal" is engraved on the front of the monument; the inscription "die for the people's interests" on the left is the handwriting of Marshal Xu Qianqian, commander in chief of Linfen's tough battle; on the right is the inscription of Comrade Wang Shiying, governor of Shanxi Province in the early days of the people's Republic of China: "bravely crown the three armies, air cover the world, resist Japanese aggressors, annihilate stubborn enemies, and forge victory with blood"; fenliuju Xiu, Gu she's admiring, fighting for peace, freedom, and heroes for the benefit of the society; on the back side is the inscription of Comrade Tao Lujia, Secretary of the provincial Party committee, "martyr's ambition brings new heaven.". In addition, there are also antique style gatehouses, rest pavilions, "Linfen tackling difficulties" exhibition hall, "revolutionary hero Memorial Hall", "Linfen construction achievements" exhibition hall, ashes hall, as well as corridors, rockeries, winding paths, fountains, etc. These buildings are exquisitely designed and well laid out. Around the building, Holly is the hedge, pines and cypresses are the scenery, and the flowers compete for glory, wonder and beauty, with colorful colors. The two rows of cedars on the left and right sides of the monument to the people's heroes were planted by all members of the Shanxi provincial Advisory Committee in 1987, while the 40 cedars in front of the martyrs' cemetery were planted by the "Linfen brigade" of the Chinese people's Liberation Army to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the liberation of Linfen. These pines and cypresses planted in memory of the revolutionary martyrs grow strong and green all the year round under the hard cultivation of the cemetery workers, which enriches the landscape of the cemetery and adds vitality to the cemetery.

On the small square behind the monument, five brick domed cemeteries are lined up to store the remains of the martyrs. In front of the tomb stands a stone tablet engraved with the martyr's name; on both sides of the tomb are carved couplets written by famous calligraphers in the provincial capital. From west to East, they are as follows: the martyrs wear gold armour and go through the wind and rain in Sichuan; Yu Qingsong in the cemetery locks the clouds in Yuanling. The spirit of the times, the red stars shine on the world, and the songs of praising the achievements of heroes move the cemetery. The heroic pioneered the tough battle, and Guanghua was always in woniu city. Pines and cypresses stand upright against the wind and frost; fragrant flowers recommend the spirits of the martyrs. Liang Huoshan, a high martyr, has made great achievements, while Tang Yu, a long history, has prospered the country and ushered in a new era. These couplets, solemn and elegant, vigorous and inspiring, fully express Linfen people's admiration and nostalgia for the revolutionary martyrs. The cemetery has been open for many years, and tourists come to pay homage to the martyrs every day.

Get honor

In 2011, it was listed as a key national martyr memorial building protection unit by the State Council.

influence

Since the completion of the cemetery, every year on Tomb Sweeping Day and Linfen Liberation Day - May 17, Linfen organs, factories, schools and garrisons have come here to lay wreaths to revolutionary martyrs, visit the exhibition of "Linfen tackling difficulties" and receive revolutionary traditional education. Some of the families of local or foreign martyrs came here to visit their graves and mourn their relatives. It has become a good classroom for teenagers to carry out revolutionary tradition education and revolutionary heroism education.

Address: Yaodu District, Linfen City, Shanxi Province

Longitude: 111.49797058106

Latitude: 36.054447174072

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