On this day 40 years ago: Wang Jicai became the guardian of Kaishan Island
Wang Jicai’s spirit of guarding the island: Looking back on 40 years of steadfast commitment on Kaishan Island, paying tribute to the dedication of guarding the island and defending the country See how chinaberry tree seeds carry this belief forward, and click to relive this moving story
On July 14, 40 years ago, militia member Wang Jicai stepped onto Kaishan Island and began the life of longterm island duty. This report looks back on his experience of taking root on the island and safeguarding the homeland, as well as the spiritual influence that this story later came to form.
The article mentions that the seeds of the chinaberry tree, which carry Wang Jicai's story, are being given symbolic meaning. They are seen as an extension of the spirit of "defending the island and protecting the country, patriotic dedication," and are spreading and growing in more places.
The report was produced by JSD News, accompanied by video and images, and is mainly a commemoration and retelling of Wang Jicai's deeds in guarding the island.