Starting from the deputy company commander of the Soldier Assault Team

Each unit was organized by its leader to bring the two new songs back in an orderly manner. However, the discussion on the train was still heated, as the soldiers really liked the two songs.

The lyrics of both songs are simple and straightforward, resonating deeply with their military life, emotional world, and sense of mission.

In the conference room of the 702nd Regiment headquarters, the division leaders, regimental leaders, and leaders of the cultural troupe gathered together. Zhang Anbang, a small man with only 13 cents, was among them. If he were to salute, he would probably have to keep his arm raised for two minutes without putting it down.

The division commander exclaimed, "You sang so well, it brought tears to my eyes! Very well indeed..."

The political commissar couldn't help but praise it, but the division commander didn't know much about music and art; he just thought it sounded good and was enjoyable. He turned to the head of the cultural troupe and asked, "Captain Jiang, what do you think?"

Captain Jiang of the cultural troupe is a professional; he has a national-level title.

Among a group of steel soldiers, only he could give the most accurate comments on the song.

Captain Jiang first organized his words, and then said, "Let's start with the macro aspect. The song 'Sending Off Comrades-in-Arms' vividly depicts the reluctance of parting with comrades-in-arms through the lines 'Silent tears in the eyes, camel bells ringing in the ears.'"

The collective life in the army, where soldiers are like a blazing fire when they are together and like stars scattered across the sky when they are apart, gives them a deep understanding of the emotions of sharing life and death, living together day and night, and then having to part ways.

Whether it's a farewell before leaving the military, being transferred to a new post, or before going on a mission, this song can represent their emotions, touching the softest part of their hearts without much embellishment.

Soldiers often face the choice of sacrificing their own families for the greater good. The song expresses both concern for comrades and loyalty to the collective and their mission.

This intertwining of personal emotions and collective responsibility resonates deeply with the daily mindset of the soldiers; they are both ordinary people with flesh and blood and guardians bearing heavy responsibilities.

The lyrics, such as "When that day really comes, I will bravely move forward for victory," are highly consistent with the core values ​​of soldiers being loyal to the Party and serving the country.

This song is more than just a song for the soldiers; it reinforces their identification with the significance of their profession. Their contributions are not isolated but closely linked to the interests of the country and the people.

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In terms of details, the song "Sending Off Comrades-in-Arms" uses camel bells as its main image, saying that it is sending comrades-in-arms off on a journey, but this journey is different.

Military life is certainly a journey for soldiers, but life after discharge is an even greater journey for them.

Although the lyrics sound melancholic, the overall attitude is optimistic and uplifting. As a military song, I think it's easy for people to remember it for a lifetime.

Captain Jiang spoke eloquently, seemingly wanting to express all the praise he could think of, but after saying so much, he decided to take a sip of water to moisten his throat first.

After finishing my water, I wanted to say a few more words, but looking at the people sitting around me, I suddenly felt like I was talking to a brick wall.

The only alternative way to phrase it was, "Zhang Anbang suggested, 'Why don't you come work for our performing arts troupe? We'll give you a promotion right away, how about level six in professional skills?'"

Upon hearing this, Wang Qingrui immediately became agitated and angrily said, "You old fox, you're poaching my people right in front of me! Don't you feel any remorse for doing this? Doesn't your conscience bother you?"

Captain Jiang retorted directly, "This proves that I have a clear conscience. Why would I carry someone on my back? Comrade Zhang Anbang, you can say it yourself. Speak freely and boldly. Our cultural troupe is not afraid of Commander Wang."

The other leaders remained silent, waiting to see how Zhang Anbang would respond.

Zhang Anbang stood up, saluted, and replied firmly, "Thank you for Captain Jiang's recognition, but I still prefer to work in a grassroots unit and contribute my own efforts to the development of the armed forces."

"You're wasting your talent. In our cultural troupe, you're also contributing to the military's spiritual civilization construction, just like in the military."

"If our cultural troupe isn't up to par, I can recommend you to a higher-level cultural troupe." Captain Jiang was still somewhat unwilling to give up; these days, talent is needed everywhere.

"Yes, I understand, but I still prefer to work alongside the soldiers at the grassroots level, and my major in college should also be of some use to the future development of the military."

"Please rest assured, Captain Jiang, I will continue to create in my spare time and strive to enrich the spiritual lives of the soldiers." Zhang Anbang replied tactfully.

Now, the leaders all looked at Zhang Anbang differently. The young man was very good. Not only was he capable, but he also had a deep love for the grassroots troops. He was a level six professional and technical officer. Although he did not have the authority to lead troops, his benefits were very good.

Zhang Anbang's current treatment would normally require him to work for another four years to reach the same level.

According to regulations, civilian cadres are not granted military ranks, but in order to have a corresponding level with military officer ranks, civilian and professional technical ranks are established.

Civilian cadres at the sixth professional and technical level correspond to the rank of major, while those in cultural troupes hold intermediate or associate senior professional positions. Theoretically, their rank and benefits could extend to the lieutenant colonel range.

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So you can immediately see how good this is. A captain is directly promoted to the equivalent of a major, except for the policy of promoting special talents.

That means these two songs will definitely receive commendation from the military, at least at the group army level, and will be awarded for meritorious service.

Commander Wang was no longer angry. He took a nice sip of tea and said, "Commander, what do you think? Isn't this young man in our regiment quite good?"

The division commander chuckled. "Regimental Commander Wang, you're being hypocritical after getting such a good deal. Zhang Anbang was actually brought over by Deputy Division Commander Li who asked me to ask the army commander for help. You've forgotten about the cook after you've finished eating, haha."

The division commander joked with Regiment Commander Wang, then asked, "Young man, you graduated from Tsinghua University, right?"

This matter had actually been rumored before, but Captain Jiang was unaware of it and hadn't paid much attention to it.

Hearing this, it felt like seeing some incredible monster. Graduates from top-tier schools like Tsinghua University are exceptional in any major.

Judging from his sturdy build and the soldiers' adoration for him, his military skills and combat prowess must be exceptional, and he can also write such great songs. Comrade, someone as outstanding as you might find it hard to have any friends!

Zhang Anbang nodded. "Yes, sir, the first batch of national defense students at Tsinghua University."

"If I remember correctly, you were a top student in computer science, consistently ranked at the top of your class throughout your four years of university, and even pursued a second major in foreign languages. I recall your file saying that you were also fluent in German and Japanese."

Zhang Anbang smiled and said, "The commander even knows about such a small matter. He has a little knowledge of it."

The division commander shook his head: "Deputy Division Commander Li specifically asked me to request the army commander to bring over this talent, so how could I not take a close look? I was shocked when I saw it. Including you, three generations of your family have served in the military, and your father and several of your grandfather's elders all died heroically in battle. How could I not know?"

Zhang Anbang scratched his head and remained silent. His superiors were praising him, and he didn't know how to respond.

As the leaders of various departments listened to this resume in the conference room, they felt a deep respect for it. With the development of the times, some people have become somewhat resistant to joining the army in recent years.

But Zhang Anbang, this family, the previous two generations have already shed enough blood for this country, and now only this one son is left, yet he still came to the army, and he is so outstanding.

After a moment of silence, Zhang Anbang said, "My grandfather told me before he passed away that a good man should join the army, so I firmly chose to join the army."

After this period of experience in the military, I've realized that perhaps I was born to be a soldier; I love it here.

The division commander nodded: "Well done. Not only should you be a soldier, but you should be a good soldier. I had considered transferring you to the headquarters before."

There's a severe shortage of highly educated personnel in the military right now. It seems that putting you at the grassroots level is the right thing to do. Good luck, I have faith in you.

It was getting late, so the leaders chatted for a few more minutes before heading back to their respective posts. Before leaving, the division commander specifically reminded the regimental commander not to forget to compile the information into a document and submit it the next day to participate in the central government's campaign to solicit songs related to the spiritual civilization construction of the armed forces.

Before leaving, Captain Jiang specifically asked for the lyrics and sheet music of two songs, saying that the cultural troupe should practice them more diligently and perform them for the soldiers during subsequent visits.