The National Cognition of the Chinese Nation in the 1930s—Analysis Based on The Transformation of the Chinese Nation and The History of the Development of the Chinese Nation
In the 1930s,amid an escalating national crisis,domestic discourse on the characteristics of the Chinese nation intensified.Zhang Junjun's"The Transformation of the Chinese Nation"and Guo Weiping's"The History of the Development of the Chinese Nation"offered representative perspectives on this issue.Zhang's work,which is highly academic,employs extensive data to argue that"the physical strength of the south is inferior to that of the north,while the intelligence of the north is inferior to that of the south.The natural environment of the north is more conducive to the'health of the nation,'thus the south should be encouraged to migrate northward to balance the intellectual and physical development of the Chinese nation to better resist foreign aggression."In contrast,Guo's work,which is highly political,seeks to"restore national confidence"and instill"resolute confidence in the Chinese nation,"thereby enabling more effective participation in the rejuvenation movement of the Chinese nation by highlighting its many strengths.The study of these two historical texts offers valuable insights for strengthening the sense of community among the Chinese nation and achieving its great rejuvenation.It underscores the importance of Chinese culture in fostering national cohesion and the role of sports training in developing well-rounded personalities.However,to consolidate the sense of the Chinese nation as a unified community,it is essential to understand that"intercommunity"is the guiding principle,direction,premise,and foundation.Building a unified Chinese nation requires a comprehensive understanding of the overarching theme and direction of national unity,rather than a partial and fragmented perception of national identity.
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