Yue Fei’s body was destroyed (historical truth revealed)

Keywords: Yue Fei’s body was destroyed in 1966

Introduction

Yue Fei, a great general in the Southern Song Dynasty, is still respected by people for his loyalty and patriotism. However, there is a sad story in history, that is, Yue Fei's bones were destroyed in 1966. This article will reveal the historical truth and restore the real situation behind the incident.

Yue Fei's life

Yue Fei, courtesy name Pengju, was born in Shandong in the first year of Shaoxing in the Northern Song Dynasty (1131). He was determined to serve the country since he was a child, and after years of hard work, he became an outstanding general. Yue Fei made great achievements in the war against the invasion of Jin, but he was treated unfairly because of his involvement in the political struggle at that time.

Yue Fei’s death

The cause of Yue Fei’s death has always been a mystery. According to legend, Yue Fei was framed during a power struggle within the Northern Song Dynasty regime and was eventually sentenced to death. However, some historians have questioned this, believing that the cause of Yue Fei's death may be related to the complex circumstances behind the political struggle.

The whereabouts of Yue Fei’s bones

After Yue Fei was executed, his bones were buried in Yuelin Cemetery in Shaoxing, Zhejiang. However, during the Cultural Revolution in 1966, due to political turmoil and social chaos, news spread that Yue Fei's bones had been destroyed, causing widespread concern and indignation.

The truth about the destruction of Yue Fei’s bones

Historians have different views on the truth about the destruction of Yue Fei’s bones. One view is that Yue Fei's bones were destroyed during the Cultural Revolution because in the political movement at that time, worship and respect for historical figures were regarded as feudal ideas. Therefore, Yue Fei was regarded as a representative of the "reactionaries". His Corpses became targets of the revolution.

Another view is that the destruction of Yue Fei's bones was due to the social chaos and disorder during the Cultural Revolution. During that period, many cultural relics and historical sites were destroyed, and Yue Fei's bones were just one of them.

The inheritance of Yue Fei’s spirit

Although Yue Fei’s bones were destroyed, his spirit has been passed down and has become a precious wealth of the Chinese nation. Yue Fei's loyalty and patriotism inspired generations of people and became a role model for the Chinese people.

Conclusion

The historical truth of the destruction of Yue Fei’s bones is still controversial, but in any case, Yue Fei’s spirit is always worthy of our memory and admiration. His loyalty and patriotism will inspire us and become a source of strength in our pursuit of truth, justice and fairness. Let us work together to inherit Yue Fei's spirit and strive for the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation!