At that time, Du was awarded the honorary title. Du looked solemn, raised his right arm and gave a hands-free military salute with empty sleeves.
At this moment, countless netizens burst into tears.
Two years have passed since this scene, and Du's life has gradually calmed down. Many people have questions, how did he spend his old age? How does the country place this brave and fearless demining hero?
"Those who are paid for the public should not suddenly die in the snow." It is with the belief that "no hero can be mistreated" that the country has always been very concerned about Du's living conditions.
"You stand back and let me do it." As this sentence was widely reported by the media, Du's deeds also spread all over the streets. Countless netizens were moved by his selfless spirit, and his deeds were highly praised by the top of the country.
A month later, Du was awarded a first-class medal and certificate.
What is the concept of merit citation? There is a folk saying: "The third class is standing, the second class is lying, and the first class is leading the family." This is not an exaggeration.
In wartime, getting the first class merit is basically an honor that can only be obtained by sacrificing one's life. At present, the conditions for judging the first-class merit are still very strict, and you must make a very significant contribution to win this award.
Official data show that soldiers can find and deal with important situations in time, avoid heavy losses to the country, or ensure the completion of tasks, thus making rewards.
On the other hand, soldiers who have completed dangerous people or special tasks, have made outstanding achievements for the interests of the country and the people, and are not afraid of difficulties and obstacles, can also be eligible for awards.
Among them, "significant contribution" won the third prize, "outstanding achievement" won the second prize and "outstanding achievement" won the first prize.
According to these standards, look back at Du's deeds. As a minesweeper, he not only found mines in time in his daily duty, but also handled them in time, not afraid of danger, eliminating the hidden dangers in this minefield and avoiding a major casualty.
For the peace of this land, he gave his hands and eyes. Such a great contribution deserves a first-class medal.
In addition to the first class merit, Du was awarded various honorary titles. At the end of 20 18, it was awarded the first batch of "four haves" revolutionary soldiers' specimens in the new era of the army, and the title of "Person of the Year who Moved China" in 20 18. In May of the same year, it was awarded the honorary title of "Model of the Times" by Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China.
On Army Day, he was awarded the honorary title of "Hero Soldier of Demining". This year, Du also became a national excellent league member.
These titles are not empty names. Any honor can bring a person great reputation, power and wealth. Winning the first class is a merit that can be written into the hometown county annals, and it is a very high spiritual reward.
This is a grand treatment given to him by the state. Du is so successful that his name seems to be plated with gold. Someone can't help asking him what he thinks in the face of such a great honor.
Du looked calm and replied, "In the face of honor, I only have pride, not arrogance. I will continue to struggle on the revolutionary road. "
In addition to the military assessment, the outside world is also very concerned about Du's injury. After the explosion, Du was in a coma on the spot, and his bloody appearance made millions of netizens worry about it. The army has always attached great importance to his injury.
After the accident, his comrades quickly escorted him to the local county people's hospital for rescue. Considering that Du was seriously injured, it was difficult for the county hospital to undertake the treatment needs, and the mine-sweeping brigade immediately applied for medical support for him.
No.59 Hospital of Guilin Joint Logistics Support Center received a request from the army, and realized the seriousness of the matter and did not dare to neglect it. Quickly organized a number of experts in surgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, burns and dermatology, immediately formed a special rescue team, and rushed to Du Hospital with serious injuries.
The rescue lasted for three hours, and Du's vital signs finally stabilized. The expert group decided to send Du to the 59th Hospital of the People's Liberation Army for post-treatment overnight, so that he could spend 24 to 48 hours after the explosion under better medical conditions.
When Du arrived at the military hospital, it was already dawn, and experts organized an emergency consultation overnight to rescue Du's injury.
In the whole process, the army has been striving for the best medical resources for Du, which also enabled him to quickly pass the critical period and rescue the injury in time. Later, the army also provided Du with medical care, rehabilitation and special recuperation.
Some people worry that Du will find it difficult to live without his hands and eyes. The troops also took this into account. In addition to the necessary repair work, they also specially invited a psychologist from Kunming to give him psychological counseling.
However, Du's strength surprised everyone. The first thing he said after waking up was: "Mom and Dad, I'm fine, don't worry." When I said this, there was obvious weakness in my voice, but it was quite stable and powerful.
When Du Guo Fu was told that his hands and eyes had been completely cut off, he was silent. The psychologist prepared several sets of psychological intervention plans and squatted beside him to observe his situation carefully. Everyone held their breath, but Du just said, "I know, please rest assured and give me some time."
No one can rest assured. The troops let the escort guard him all night, and relatives and comrades took turns to keep vigil for fear that he would be upset. Surprisingly, Du looked as usual the next day and even took the initiative to chat. From this day on, he not only didn't feel depressed, but also began to exercise slowly. His strength touched everyone.
Although the army arranged the best medical resources for him, the pain during the treatment was inevitable.
The hospital gave him functional rehabilitation and wound repair treatment. Attending doctor Chen knows very well that the "phantom pain" of the wound in the treatment process is often the biggest source of pain for the patient, just like cutting meat with a knife, but Du is silent and never calls it pain. Chen can't help but sigh: "Du Haoqiang!"
Du Guo Fu, who is honored, is getting better and better. And how he should live after returning to normal life also worries everyone.
A soldier so young and warm-blooded, at the most youthful age, lost his eyes and hands. What should he do in the future?
The state has given the answer: disabled soldiers will be supported by the state for life.
This is written in black and white in the Regulations on Pension and Preferential Treatment for Soldiers. In order to reward soldiers for their heroic dedication, the state has detailed administrative regulations on pensions and preferential treatment for soldiers, which is in line with Du's situation.
Du, now a military rank, has a basic salary of 7000 yuan per month. In addition, servicemen who are disabled in the line of duty can be assessed as disabled, and these servicemen can enjoy disability pension with disabled servicemen's cards.
As a staff sergeant, although Du is not in the army, he can still be provided with lifelong support by the state. For Du's subsidy, there are also detailed answers in the regulations.
According to the preferential treatment standard for disabled soldiers just raised by the state in 20 18, the pension for disabled soldiers in World War I has been raised to 80 140 yuan per person per year. In other words, Du can enjoy a single pension subsidy of 80,000 yuan per year. Moreover, this standard is not fixed, but will increase with the development of national economy and price index.
It is easy for the public to confuse "pension" with "subsidy". In fact, these are two completely different concepts.
"Subsidy" itself is a kind of assistance to help the entitled groups live. The "pension" is the state's compensation for disabled soldiers's irreparable physical loss, that is, the compensation given by the state, with the purpose of ensuring the basic life of the entitled groups. Obviously, Du received such a "compensation fee".
In addition to pensions, there are also nursing and medical expenses. According to the regulations, disabled soldiers, who is disabled in the line of duty, can get half of the average monthly salary of local workers, and the medical expenses are managed by the social insurance agencies in the medical insurance co-ordination area.
In fact, China's safeguard measures for disabled soldiers are already perfect. Disabled soldiers can enjoy preferential treatment when renting or buying a house. In daily life, you can take buses and trams for free, and you can also enjoy a 50% discount on normal fares.
In addition, Du's family will also enjoy certain preferential treatment, and the life and work of his wife and parents can be properly arranged by the state.
For Du Guofu, things are wonderful.
The country is very kind to him, giving him wealth that can be guaranteed for a lifetime, giving him the best medical resources and giving him countless honors.
The people loved him, praised his deeds from generation to generation, cast friendly and admiring eyes on him, and called him a hero, a model and an example.
However, he refused to choose to lie on the credit book and enjoy it all.
"Although I lost my hands, I can still move forward tenaciously." Du Guo Fu said.
While still in the ward, he began to practice his speech skills. Telling the story of mine clearance to more people is Du's own way out.
With this goal, he will make an extra plan, listen to the radio and practice writing besides the rehabilitation training formulated by the hospital. He will let his wife and comrades read the news in the newspaper to himself, and he will also learn to sing.
Du hopes that he can install "smart hands" in the future, reduce a lot of inconvenience and let himself "do more things and be a useful person". Du always believed that as long as he found the right path and walked firmly, he would achieve something one day.
In the face of danger, let me do the dirty work, I will come first, open the way and follow me, and I will be there when I encounter difficulties-until now, these 28 words are still Du Fu's initial heart.
People called him a "hero", but he said, "The word hero contains too many connotations. For me, it is just a belief rooted in my heart. "
He likes the military uniform and the career of a soldier. He has always maintained the blood of a soldier, and no matter how difficult it is, he has always insisted on moving forward.
Someone asked Du Guo Fu what he was going to do after he recovered. Du didn't seem to be anxious, but said calmly: "Even if I lose my hands, I still have legs, and I can continue to run for my dream;" I still have ears, and I can continue to listen to the world. Although I have lost the light, my heart is full of sunshine, and my world is still colorful. "
In the past three years, Du has often given speeches. When he went to school and entered the military camp, he not only talked about his experiences, but also shared his experiences and feelings with everyone. His story inspired many people. A college student who listened to his speech signed up for the army and now patrols the place where Du fought every day.
A month after Du's accident, the government returned the safe land to the local people. On that day, people planted a tea tree where Du was injured. The saplings were green and dripping, which was the trace of new life.