After autumn and winter, the the Himalayas are cold and windy. The reporter went to the "Model Camp for Border Garrison on Plateau" of Shigatse Military Sub district in Xizang by car for interview. The car was driving along the winding mountain road, and even though it was breathing heavily in oxygen, the severe altitude sickness still made the reporter dizzy and his heart beat faster. Gangba Tibetan means "village under the snow capped mountains" and is the base of the "Model Camp for High Altitude Border Defense". Its average altitude is 4800 meters and the oxygen content in the air is less than 50% in plain areas. When the reporters arrived at the camp, Instructor Jiang was deploying patrol tasks. The destination of this mission is the hinterland of a glacier at an altitude of over 6000 meters, and the journey is difficult. After application, the reporter joined the patrol team. The deployment was completed, and the patrol team set off with great vigor. The patrol car stopped at the foot of a mountain while grinding ice and snow all the way. As the leading cadre, Instructor Jiang stood at the forefront, leading everyone to trek towards the depths of the snowy peak. The weather on the plateau can change at will. One moment it was still sunny, and the next moment it was snowing heavily. Snowflakes carried by the cold wind crawled into the journalist's sleeve and neck, first turning into water and then into ice. Harsh weather is the norm, and greater danger lies beneath the snow - this patrol road is rocky, steep, and difficult to navigate, making it easy to step on if not careful. Sure enough, when they reached a snowy slope, Private Wang Zijian slipped and sank into a crack in the ice, and his lower body was instantly engulfed by ice and snow. Comrades were ready to help, but Instructor Jiang called out to everyone, "Don't move! Be careful of the snow pits around, let me do it!" He cautiously explored with his feet, slowly approached Wang Zijian, and then used his hands to scrape away the snow around him. After confirming safety, he called for help and worked together to pull Wang Zijian out. Deep and bottomless ice crevices, turbulent underground rivers, icy slopes covered in ice... Struggling forward step by step, the heavy danger beneath the snow over their knees keeps the journalist's heart hanging in their throat. Is patrolling always this dangerous, or is it only in winter? "Asked the squad leader Shang Kailuo during the break. He didn't speak, but first handed over a patrol log. In the logs, over 80% of the patrol days are marked with weather conditions such as rain, snow, hail, and heavy fog. Words like mudslides and avalanches also frequently appear, and place names like "Tiger Mouth" and "One Line of Sky" make people feel uneasy. Every patrol is very difficult, and every time you walk a patrol path, your skills will increase. "Shang Kailuo said that in the forbidden zone of life, defending the country and the border, you must have the determination to work hard, sacrifice and dedicate yourself. In the deep winter of that year, two soldiers from the camp, Han Zhigeng and Wang Minggui, braved the cold of over minus 30 degrees Celsius and went to a certain mountain pass to carry out their mission. During the mission, a sudden snowstorm caused them to lose their direction. Lost for 3 days, the two soldiers persevered with astonishing perseverance. However, due to severe frostbite, they had to undergo surgery... After recovering from the surgery, the two of them applied to the visiting leader: 'We want to return to the company to help everyone do some work within our capabilities.'. Although the border is cold, the blood cannot cool down. One after another, officers and soldiers silently stood firm on the plateau, sacrificing and dedicating themselves to the border defense. Their deeds were recorded in the history of the camp, and some officers and soldiers even froze their lives on the snowy plateau... "Although the border is bitter and sweet, I wish to share a hundred years with the snow capped mountains. ”A poem widely circulated in the "Model Camp for High Altitude Border Defense" expresses the unwavering belief of officers and soldiers: loyalty is the soul, hard work is the foundation, and dedication is the pride. Since its establishment, the officers and soldiers of the battalion have infused the revolutionary spirit of hard work, sacrifice, and dedication into their bloodline, making contributions and achievements on the snowy plateau: they have been commended by the entire army 9 times, awarded honorary titles 5 times, and produced 5 first-class heroes and 47 second-class heroes... Instructor Jiang told reporters that although the average altitude of the points where the battalion is located is over 5000 meters, and many points are blocked by heavy snow all year round, the officers and soldiers regard going to the sentry post as affirmation and sacrifice and dedication as honor. Every time the sentry post rotates, the application rate for officers and soldiers to go to the sentry post remains above 90%. Someone once exclaimed, 'Lying down in the barracks is also a form of dedication.' However, the officers and soldiers of the battalion did not agree with this, and their oath was engraved on the 'Border Defense Stone' in front of the camp gate: Practice hard martial arts and guard every inch of land. Jiren Danta is currently a top training athlete in the entire camp, having achieved outstanding results in international military competitions. However, when he first arrived at the camp five years ago, he completed his first patrol with the support of the squad leader. That night, Jiren Danta couldn't sleep while listening to the whistling wind outside the window. He knows that soldiers with weak legs cannot defend the border line well. Tsering Danta made up his mind to strengthen his training, and as soon as his body recovered, he formulated a strong training plan. Push ups, five kilometer cross-country driving, mountain climbing... Day after day of intensive training have greatly improved Tsering Danta's physical fitness level. The wind on the plateau specifically blows on the soft bones. ”The officers and soldiers of the battalion said that they love this natural training ground and are even more determined to self pressure in extremely harsh natural environments, striving to train their bones harder than steel guns. Patrol member and squad leader Sirenima has been stationed at the frontline for over 10 years. When discussing his understanding of "hard work, sacrifice, and dedication," he told the story of the 5592 observation post. At the beginning, the observation post had only a low wall, unable to block small winds and strong winds. ”Recalling the scene of the first mission on duty, Sirenima still remembers vividly. That winter, the battalion received orders from superiors to set up observation post 5592. Due to the high altitude, civil engineering operations are difficult to carry out, and officers and soldiers can only pry out stones from the frozen soil and build low walls. Afterwards, Sirenima and his comrades were on duty in the stone hut. At that time, the temperature was as low as minus 30 degrees Celsius, and in the piercing cold wind, even with thick cotton gloves, hands would freeze numb in less than a few minutes. Without suffering, one cannot take root at the border. ”As he spoke, Sirenima spread out his hands, and the scars left by the healing of frostbite covered his rough palms. This is the trace left by his battle against wind and snow, and it is also a unique "medal" for the officers and soldiers of the battalion. The patrol is still ongoing. The altitude continues to rise, and the wind and snow continue to intensify. Instructor Jiang has been walking at the forefront to pave the way for everyone. He crawled on the icy slope, one hand gripping the dagger tightly against the ice, and the other hand lifting the hammer and smashing it heavily. Following the route set by Instructor Jiang, the patrol members climbed up the glacier one by one. Due to increasing physical exertion, some soldiers' lips turned dark blue, but not a single member of the patrol team fell behind. After several hours of arduous trekking, the patrol team finally arrived at the target location. Without time to rest, the officers and soldiers began to observe and record carefully. After completing the observation task at the target location, the patrol team embarked on their return journey. On the way, Shang Kailuo suggested that everyone sing the camp song "Forge Ahead, Gangba Soldiers" together. On the snowy plateau, this song of dedication echoes for a long time among the mountains, "Sacrificing oneself for the benefit of others is not afraid of hardship and difficulties. I defend the sacred territory, not afraid of shedding blood. (New Society)