November 13, 1946 To Madam Zhang Manjun, wife of Mr. Li Gongpu, via Kunming: We were shocked to learn of Mr. Li Gongpu’s martyrdom at the hands of reactionaries in a sniper attack. Our grief and indignation know no bounds! Throughout his life, Mr. Li devoted himself wholeheartedly to the cause of national salvation and to the advancement of progressive culture; he was steadfast in the face of intimidation yet remained uncorrupted by wealth or power. Now, having fallen victim to the treacherous machinations of the reactionaries in the struggle for peace and democracy, he has suffered a loss not only for the Chinese people as a whole, but also a glorious, immortal tribute to his own noble character. The entire nation will surely take his death as a wake-up call, rising up to save our country—indeed, to save ourselves. With deepest condolences, sent by telegraph. Mao Zedong and Zhu De, Wuyuan Noon.