Zhang Xiaoyang, the eldest son, is a foreign language genius. Later, he worked in the Foreign Languages Institute of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, specializing in training foreign military talents, and was awarded the rank of Major General for his work.

The second son, Zhang Lianyang, is a talented person in logistics support. He served as the director of the Military Acting Bureau of the General Staff and was awarded the rank of Major General for his work.

The third son, Zhang Haiyang, has the highest rank. He became a major general as early as 1995, and was promoted twice in 2003 and 2009 for his outstanding contributions. Now he is a general with the same rank as his father.

The fourth son, Zhang Ningyang,/kloc-joined the army at the age of 0/8. He is also responsible for logistics support and has made outstanding contributions to transportation and equipment planning management.