In 1949, the People's Liberation Army launched a successful offensive across the Yangtze River, breaking the Nationalist defenses. Deng Xiaoping led efforts to train young cadres and restore the southwest, achieving unity and rapid development in the region. Through their dedication, soldiers and cadres played a crucial role in transforming and rebuilding southwestern China.

该剧讲述了邓小平、刘伯承与贺龙等带领的中共中央西南局，团结广大干部群众和解放军指战员，战胜种种困难，成功解放、接管、改造、建设大西南的丰功伟绩。