Chapter 96

It's no wonder that the United States is one of the countries with the highest number of assassinations among the political elite. According to one head of Security Insider, 11 of the 40 presidents in the United States have been assassinated. Lincoln, Kennedy, Reagan and so on. Even the Bush fathers and sons had received threatening letters from terrorists. The complex domestic environment requires us bodyguards to have excellent skills and quality. On the other hand, there are also several US presidents who have escaped from the trap because of the vigilance of their bodyguards. Take two real examples: on March 30, 1981, President Reagan of the United States made a public speech and was about to return to the car when he was shot several times by the attacker. Jerry Parr, a bodyguard with quick eyes and quick hands, quickly protected the president with his body and avoided more serious consequences. Perhaps the arrogant murderer wanted to use the assassination of the president to raise his reputation, but he could not think of it. Instead, he achieved the reputation of parr. When the fourth shot, another bodyguard McCarthy also recklessly stood up in front of the president. He was hit in the chest and fell to the ground. After recovery, McCarthy became a guest of President Reagan and a hero of the United States. In addition, Dick Caesar, President Ford's bodyguard and White House chief bodyguard, is a pioneer. Caesar is similar to Ford. Every time Ford gets off the plane on air force one, it must be Caesar who comes out of the hatch first. Dazzled reporters often take Caesar as Ford's slap. Later, someone asked Caesar, are you not afraid that the attacker shot you like a Ford? Caesar replied without expression, "I hope so. "(I hope so).

In addition, Truman's bodyguards are willing to do "bait" for Truman: Truman was swimming in the sea and was enjoying himself. Suddenly, the bodyguards watching in the distance found a carnivorous fish swimming to the president. The bodyguard was worried, but he didn't dare to call loudly, so as not to disturb the fish and cause even worse consequences. He jumped into the sea and swam quickly to the middle of the president and the fish. He became the "Great Wall of flesh and blood". At the same time, he urged Truman to leave as soon as possible, and observed the movement of the meat eating fish until Truman landed safely. Later, the bodyguard, who was going to be a "bait", was also horrified when he mentioned it to his colleagues. In the face of life danger, he is also very afraid, but his duty makes him have to put his life and death aside temporarily. When the security target is in danger, it is duty bound to give everything, including life.

We have to admit that the professional quality and security skills of American bodyguards are few in the world.

As far as the comprehensive security strength is concerned, they can even compare with state y.

Mike also told me: "we often get some education, for example, watching some educational films. I remember when I was training, the instructor always liked to use the video of President Kennedy's assassination as educational material. I say you may not believe it, but when we watch this film, we are in a heavy mood. We can even see President Kennedy's vote clearly. But we must admit that this record is of great significance to our education. "

I nodded slightly, thinking that the American bodyguards are indeed worthy of the name. They really want to surpass China in some fields in political education, military training and professional skills training. No wonder China sends some special forces to the United States to participate in secret military training every year. In fact, it is to accept the advanced training concept and military concept of the United States.

I think I've benefited a lot from Mike's words.

But I asked jokingly, "Mike, do you tell me that, is it equivalent to divulging state secrets?"

Mike shrugged and said with a smile, "you're kidding. These are not secrets for American citizens. In contrast, I think you have made a big deal out of a molehill in China. For the bodyguards of political leaders, ordinary citizens feel that they can't understand and contact them. But for us, transparency is a little bit higher. The deeper we go into the masses, the easier it will be for us to carry out our work. "

I nodded and said, "but it's not that we make a fuss, it's that you are too deep in the masses."

Mike just laughed it off.

Then we talked about martial arts and Kung Fu.

Of course, Mike talked about his experience of learning boxing. He was very fond of boxing when he was very young. At the age of 16, he was already a household name in California. Later, he enlisted in secret service. After hard wrestling and honing, he once participated in several large-scale American fight competitions as president's bodyguard and won the championship three times. In America, he is a legend. If it wasn't for his special identity, he would be as famous as Tyson. He and Ali, the former champion of the United States, used to be close friends. They had a long history in each other's competition.

Mike explained to me: "although boxing was first created by Europeans, that is, Britain, it was well developed by Americans. In the first boxing Olympic Games, Americans almost won all the single gold medals. Since then, American boxing seems to be the navigator and leader of boxing trumps. Today, boxing has become one of the most popular and practiced sports in the world. I dare say that boxing is undoubtedly the most popular among all kinds of martial arts in the world. This can be seen from the viewing frenzy brought about by the US championship

I said, "not bad. American boxing is indeed a trump card in the world's fighting, but our Chinese Kung Fu is also a world-class fighting skill that attracts the world's attention and keeps growing forever. " I took the opportunity to show off my country.

To be honest, when we communicate with foreigners, whenever we talk about things, we can't help but extend to our own country, especially some of its glory. No matter Chinese, Japanese or American, they all have patriotism and feel that their country is better than any other country. Therefore, when a pair of people of different nationalities talk to each other, it is easy to be extended into an international debate, in which they show each other's strengths and even expose each other's weaknesses.

Mike obviously has this tendency. When I mentioned Chinese Kung Fu, he smiled and said: "Secretary Zhao, I think Chinese Kung Fu is just a flash in the pan, and it has not caused much sensation in the world. Compared with American boxing, in fact, Chinese Kung Fu can only be inferior to itself. "

"Why does Mike judge that Chinese Kung Fu is inferior to American boxing?" I laughed

Mike shrugged. "It can be seen by influence. Like our professional boxing champion in the United States, Tyson, Ali, Henry Armstrong, Joe Lewis, and so on. I believe all the people in the world who like fighting and boxing know about these people, but if you talk about China, it seems that there are very few of them. In my impression, you Chinese like fantasy very much, that is It's the idea of prostitution. In your TV series, exaggerate Chinese Kung Fu to omnipotent. I know a writer named Jin Yong. I've read two novels written by him. I can't remember his name, but I can remember some plots clearly. Among them, Wudang and Shaolin boast the same magic power as immortals. They call the wind and the rain It's too much of a myth about your Chinese martial arts. "

Although Mike's words are harsh, I don't have too much antipathy, because Americans have such a style of behavior, and they are too confident. In fact, Mike's candor has greatly exceeded my expectation. In my impression, Mike is an extremely conceited presidential guard, but in practice, he is not so conceited. On the contrary, in my contacts with him, I feel the unique friendliness of Americans.

And this kind of friendship, compared with kaiseff's arrogance, really shows some precious.

But I still put Mike in the first place: "Mike, that's how you evaluate our Chinese martial arts, Chinese Kung Fu?"

Mike shrugged and said with a smile: "I'm just being realistic. Isn't it? You China lacks a fighting master with international appeal. "

I laughed and said, "Mike, I'll tell you two. You must know."

"Who?" Mike asked with interest

I said, "Bruce Lee. Have you heard of Bruce Lee

Mike was stunned at first, then smiled and said, "Bruce Lee, Bruce Lee. Ha ha, of course I know. He is a talented martial arts master. He has created a miracle in the world. His story has spread all over the United States and even the world. Bruce Lee has many famous fans in America. Arnold Schwarzenegger, for example, is one of them. In an interview with Bruce Lee, Schwarzenegger said: 'Bruce Lee is an idol of many people. For people like Bruce Lee, the greatest thing is that he inspires millions of young people to follow his footsteps. They want to be martial artists; they want to be movie stars. Bruce Lee gave them great encouragement, and he helped countless teenagers all over the world. He has a wide and far-reaching influence on the whole world, and I think he will win long-term appreciation and respect. He is outstanding. " There is also the famous Philippine martial arts coach and hockey king ilu Shando, who once used his life experience to try to create a new kind of boxing, but the emergence of Bruce Lee completely broke all his previous reasoning logic, and finally he even worshipped Bruce Lee as an apprentice. Many people praised Bruce Lee for creating an era and shaking the whole world. No one can surpass his martial arts theory, martial arts attainments and outstanding contributions to the world's martial arts. "

I'm very pleased that Mike has been talking for a long time.

I didn't expect Mike to know Mr. Bruce Lee so well.

No wonder, with Bruce Lee's influence in those days, the whole world was shaking.

I said: "it's hard for Mike that you know Bruce Lee so well. When it comes to him, I don't think you will doubt China's fighting power any more

Mike immediately put on a look of opposition, waved and said: "no, no, No. On the contrary, it seems that Bruce Lee is not from China, right

I was surprised and said, "Mike, are you kidding? Bruce Lee is an authentic Chinese with yellow skin

Mike shook his head and said, "you are wrong. Bruce Lee is an American. "

I have a burst of shame. It seems that if people are famous, everyone wants to fight for nationality. I can't understand Mike's behavio