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(55)同志们关心白求恩的安全,劝他赶紧隐蔽。白求恩巍然不动,说:“前线战士能不能因为空袭而停止作战?不!我们的战斗岗位是手术台,要坚守阵地。”说着继续进行手术。
(55) The comrades were concerned about Bethune’s safety and urged him to take cover immediately. Bethune stood firm and said: “Can the frontline soldiers cease fighting when there are air raids? No! Our battlefield is the operating table, and we must hold our ground.” With that, he continued the surgery.

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