On May 12, 2008, Richter 8 occurred in Wenchuan, Sichuan Province.Magnitude 0 earthquake。Under the leadership of the Party Central Committee, The State Council and the Central Military Commission，We have carried out the fastest rescue, the most extensive mobilization and the largest investment in earthquake relief efforts in history，Saved the lives of the affected people to the greatest extent，Minimize the damage caused by disasters，We won a major victory in the struggle for earthquake relief，Formed a united, united, united，Be fearless of difficulties and indomitable，People-oriented, respect for science, the great earthquake relief spirit。2013年5月2日，习近平总书记就芦山地震抗震救灾工作作出重要指示时强调：“We will vigorously carry forward the great spirit of earthquake relief，大力发挥各级党组织领导核心和战斗堡垒作用、广大党员先锋模范作用”。

　　The massive earthquake in Wenchuan, Sichuan Province was the most destructive, the most extensive and the most difficult earthquake in disaster relief since the founding of New China。In the face of the sudden devastating earthquake, the whole Party, the army and the people of all ethnic groups in China rallied together and fought stubbornly against difficulties。Party committees and governments at all levels, from the central to local levels, provide strong leadership and scientific command，Always heart to heart with the people of the disaster area, the same breath, the same fate;The Party committees and governments at all levels of the disaster area are not alarmed and their commands are determined，Officials at all levels stood up and took the lead，Lead the mass grief into strength, from the ruins of courage to stand up，Give full play to the role of the mainstay;Commanders and combatants of the People's Liberation Army, officers and men of the Armed Police Force, militia reservists and public security police took the lead and shouldering heavy burdens，Play the role of the main force and commandos;People all over the country are deeply concerned about the disaster area，It has formed a mighty force that works together to fight against disasters。This massive earthquake disaster is not only a major ordeal in the world, but also a major test on the way forward。The major victory in the earthquake relief struggle once again proves that socialist China has strong vitality for development, that the people are the true driving force for social development and progress in China, that the people's army is the Great Wall of steel protecting the people, and that the Communist Party of China is the strong leadership core of the cause of socialism with Chinese characteristics。The superiority of China's socialist system, the excellent quality of the Chinese nation, the political character of the people's army, and the firm leadership of the Communist Party of China are significant political advantages of our country and nation, which we must cherish and uphold forever。

　　In the magnificent earthquake relief struggle, we have pooled our strength with ideals, forged strong with faith, condensed love with truth, and forged a great earthquake relief spirit。In the face of massive earthquake disaster，We are united, we are united，The whole country shares weal and woe，Front and back together，Domestic and overseas alike，Congealed into a rock-solid, unbreakable community of life，It has fully demonstrated the national character of the Chinese nation in solidarity and struggle.Be fearless of difficulties and indomitable，Do not bow down in the face of serious disasters，Fight to the death without fear，Do not give up even if it is difficult，Tenacious challenge physical limit, mental limit, survival limit，You rush to where there's a crisis，Go where the test of life and death is，Where are the victims，It fully demonstrates the national character of the Chinese nation that strives for self-improvement and dares to win;We must put people first and respect science，Race against time, fight against death，High care for life, high respect for science，Give full play to the spirit of human initiative，And give full play to the important role of science and technology，It shows the Chinese nation's national character of caring for life and advocating rationality。Great earthquake relief spirit，It embodies and further develops the spirit of patriotism, collectivism and socialism，It embodies and further develops the glorious tradition and fine style of work of our Party and army，It embodies and further develops the great national spirit of the Chinese nation and the spirit of The Times of the contemporary Chinese people，It is an important part of the spiritual pedigree of Chinese Communists。

　　Thirteen years have passed, and earth-shaking changes have taken place in the quake-hit areas。New street in Yingxiu，Visitors are like weaving;Hanwang's campus，Full of life;Farmer's music in Qiang Village，Business is booming;The Industrial park in Beichuan，The machine booms...In the great spirit of earthquake relief，We have achieved success in disaster relief and post-earthquake recovery and reconstruction，It has created a miracle of earthquake relief and post-disaster recovery and reconstruction。From Wenchuan to Yushu, from Zhouqu to Lushan, we have experienced the pain of the disaster, but also in the disaster cast an unyielding spirit, gathered endless strength。History and practice have fully proved that the spirit of earthquake relief is an extremely valuable spiritual wealth of the Party and the people。

　　2018年2月，习近平总书记来到汶川县映秀镇漩口中学遗址，叮嘱一定要把地震遗址保护好，使其成为重要的爱国主义教育基地。Unity is strength, hard work can win。At present, the world is undergoing profound changes unseen in a century, and the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation has entered a critical period. The risks and challenges we face are significantly increasing。The more difficult the situation is, the more we need to strengthen the cohesion of the whole Party and the people of all ethnic groups in China to work together in times of difficulty, and the more we need to summon up the spirit to forge ahead even in the face of difficulties。As long as we are prepared, united and work together, we will be able to calmly cope with all kinds of complex situations on the journey and overcome all kinds of difficulties and dangers that may arise。We must vigorously carry forward the great spirit of earthquake relief throughout the Party and society, and transform it into a firm will to work hard and into a powerful force for economic and social development。

　　Difficulties and hardships, the best。The Chinese nation has experienced many hardships in its history, but it has never been overwhelmed. Instead, it has grown stronger and bolder, constantly growing up in the face of hardships and rising from them。前进道路上，更加紧密地团结在以习近平同志为核心的党中央周围，勠力同心、锐意进取，我们就一定能战胜一切风险挑战，创造更加幸福美好的生活!

　　People's Daily (Edition 01, September 13, 2021)

　　(Editor: Wang Zifeng, Wang Keyuan)