To Wang Yizhe, to Be Forwarded to Ma Hongbin, on the Issue of Joint Resistance Against Japan
(December 21, 1936)

Army Commander Wang Dingfang, my brother:
Please forward to Division Commander Ma Hongbin for his esteemed perusal.

Having been introduced by Army Commander Wang to your esteemed division, which is to form a friendly army with our side in resisting Japan, we are overjoyed to welcome this. Henceforth, we turn adversaries into allies and share the bond of one family. We pledge our forces to resist Japan and strive to save the nation, cherishing and loving one another, aiding and supporting each other. We hereby send this telegram to express our sentiments.

With respectful wishes for your esteemed success and well-being.

Your brothers,
Mao Zedong
Zhu De
Peng Dehuai