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Chinese Revolution

A series of political and social revolutions in China between 1911 and 1949, resulting in the overthrow of the Qing dynasty and the establishment of the People's Republic of China.

Causes of the Chinese Revolution

Factors such as political corruption, economic inequality, and foreign imperialism contributed to the discontent and desire for change among the Chinese population.

The May Fourth Movement

A cultural and intellectual movement in China that emerged in response to the Treaty of Versailles, advocating for modernization, democracy, and nationalism.

The Chinese Communist Party

A political party founded in 1921, playing a key role in the Chinese Revolution and eventually leading to the establishment of the People's Republic of China.

The Northern Expedition

A military campaign launched by the Chinese Nationalist Party (Kuomintang) in 1926 to unify China and overthrow the warlords.

The Long March

A strategic retreat undertaken by the Red Army of the Chinese Communist Party in 1934-1935, covering over 6,000 miles to escape the Nationalist forces.

The Second Sino-Japanese War

A conflict between China and Japan from 1937 to 1945, resulting in widespread devastation and loss of life in China.

The Chinese Civil War

A protracted conflict between the Chinese Communist Party and the Chinese Nationalist Party (Kuomintang) from 1945 to 1949, ending with the Communist victory.

The Founding of the People's Republic of China

The establishment of the People's Republic of China on October 1, 1949, with Mao Zedong as the Chairman of the Communist Party.

The Great Leap Forward

A campaign launched by Mao Zedong in 1958 to rapidly transform China's economy through collectivization and industrialization, resulting in widespread famine and economic failure.

The Cultural Revolution

A sociopolitical movement initiated by Mao Zedong in 1966 to enforce communist ideology and remove perceived counter-revolutionary elements from Chinese society.

Reforms and Opening Up

A series of economic and political reforms initiated by Deng Xiaoping in the late 1970s, leading to China's transition to a market-oriented economy and increased global engagement.