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Children of Fallen 'Martyr' Make First Visit to Father's Tomb — A Personal Scene That Resonates Beyond the Cemetery
Two children visited the Beijing martyr's cemetery on 5 February to pay respects to their father, identified as Zhao Hu, in footage that shows them crying while clutching his headstone. The scene is a poignant example of private grief intersecting with China’s institutionalised commemoration of martyrs, a practice that reinforces state narratives of sacrifice and collective memory.
Hello, Veteran: Beijing Reaffirms an Everlasting 'Soldier Spirit'
A state military outlet in Beijing published a tribute to veterans emphasizing an enduring "soldier spirit," part of a wider effort to shape public memory and manage civil‑military relations. The piece is symbolic of Beijing’s dual strategy to maintain morale and integrate veterans into a patriotic narrative while signaling cohesion to domestic and international audiences.
Guarding the State’s Voice: Life at Xinhua’s No. 3 Sentinel
A human-interest profile of an armed policeman’s long watch at Xinhua’s No. 3 sentinel post illuminates how routine guard duty doubles as both practical security and symbolic protection of the state’s information apparatus. Small details—seasonal ginkgo leaves, a stray cat, and the proximity to national parades—show how personal sacrifice is woven into China’s public rituals.