“Medal of the Republic” is a Chinese anthology drama series, based on the true stories of the first group of recipients of the Medal of the Republic, China's highest honor for those who have made great contributions to the development of the country. Covering war heroes, prominent scientists and role models, the eight recipients are war veterans Li Yannian and Zhang Fuqing, nuclear physicist Yu Min, longtime national legislator Shen Jilan, aerospace engineer Sun Jiadong, "father of hybrid rice" Yuan Longping, nuclear submarine designer Huang Xuhua and China's first Nobel laureate in Physiology or Medicine Tu Youyou. Focusing on their most shining moments, the series is centered on the heroes' devotion to their careers and continuous efforts to improve Chinese people's lives.