Lei Feng squad

Lei Feng's statue is seen inside the dormitory of "Lei Feng Squad". Picture taken on April 6, 2012. Lei Feng (1940-1962) was an ordinary Chinese soldier who was always handy and helpful to others during his entire lifetime of 22 years. In 1963, a "Learn from Comrade Lei Feng" campaign was initiated nationwide by Chairman Mao Zedong and since then Lei Feng has become a cultural icon representing earnestness and service. Also in 1963, the squad in which Lei Feng had served was renamed in his honor by the Ministry of Defense. [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn]

Since his death in 1962, Lei Feng's bed has been kept unchanged. His old uniform was placed on his bed. Soldiers of "Lei Feng Squad" tidy up Lei Feng's bed everyday. Picture taken on April 6, 2012. [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn]