Wei Deyou
Wei Deyou is an 85-year-old border guard who has dedicated more than six decades of his life to patrolling the China-Kazakhstan border in the remote Salburak Grassland of Xinjiang. Responding to a national call in 1964, he became a military settler and made a solemn promise to safeguard his country’s territory. Despite facing extreme weather conditions and numerous hardships, including encounters with wolves and harsh winters, Wei has remained resolute in his duty. His story embodies unwavering patriotism and commitment, making him a living symbol of loyalty to the nation.
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Wei Deyou is celebrated for his significant contributions to society.
礼敬功勋，荣归英模——党和国家功勋荣誉表彰工作十年间书写新篇章--时政--人民网
China· 2025-12-23
Wei Deyou, a recipient of the 'July 1 Medal', was recognized for his long service in border defense.
“开创新疆更加美好的明天” --新闻报道-中国共产党新闻网China· 2025-10-07
Wei Deyou, a recipient of the 'July 1 Medal', was recognized for his long service in border defense.
“开创新疆更加美好的明天” _光明网China· 2025-09-29
Wei Deyou, a recipient of the 'July 1 Medal', was recognized for his service in border defense.
“开创新疆更加美好的明天” --时政--人民网China· 2025-09-28Wei Deyou, a recipient of the 'July 1 Medal', was recognized for his long service in border defense.
“开创新疆更加美好的明天”——习近平总书记率中央代表团出席新疆维吾尔自治区成立70周年庆祝活动纪实--时政--人民网China· 2025-09-28Wei Deyou, a recipient of the 'July 1 Medal', was honored during the celebration of Xinjiang's 70th anniversary.
第一观察·瞬间｜情满天山 心心相印 _光明网China· 2025-09-26
Wei Deyou, a recipient of the 'July 1 Medal', was honored by Xi Jinping during the celebrations.
第一观察·瞬间 | 情满天山 心心相印 _光明网China· 2025-09-26
Wei Deyou expressed gratitude for Xi Jinping's visit and the improvements in life in Xinjiang.
习近平总书记亲赴新疆温暖激励各族干部群众--时政--人民网China· 2025-09-26
Wei Deyou is a recipient of the 'July 1 Medal' for his dedication to border protection.
鉴往知来，跟着总书记学历史｜3件展陈，透视新疆跨越70年的力量所在--时政--人民网China· 2025-09-25
Wei Deyou is a recipient of the 'July 1 Medal'.
此行间·祖国不会忘记！在新疆，总书记再次接见他们 _光明网China· 2025-09-24
Wei Deyou, a recipient of the 'July 1 Medal', continues to patrol the border and considers himself an ordinary person among many heroes.
和总书记面对面｜情暖天山 建功奋进 _光明网China· 2025-09-23Wei Deyou has dedicated over sixty years to guarding the border between China and Kazakhstan.
石榴花开 籽籽同心丨边境线上的“活界碑”——记八旬戍边老人魏德友择一事终一生的忠诚守望 _光明网China· 2025-07-26