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Calligrapher Tang Zhongwen, in an interview with China Daily, said his early years in the army gave him inspiration, and he believes his handwriting style features the vigor and spirit of a soldier. [Photo provided to China Daily]
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"I have been to the battlefield, and I know wars lead to death, poverty and fear," he said. "I want to sing about peace with my works."
Tang now teaches some students, mostly schoolchildren. He tells them that calligraphy is not just a handwriting skill, but also one that cultivates the mind.
Contact the writer at zhangzhao@chinadaily.com.cn. Beijing Jingbei Libo Cultural and Media Co contributed to the story.