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China has a long history of human survival, from the pre-historic age to the modern times. Ruled by a number of dynasties, the country witnessed long eras as Ancient China and Imperial China. The modern era in China began with the start of the 20th century and a number of important human events contributed in this direction. You may take interest in learning about the following important human events that are credited for bringing China to its present-day status:
Formation of Republic of China, 1912
Dissatisfaction against the government officials of Qing dynasty led to the popular Wuchang Uprising of 1911 that ultimately instigated the Xinhai Revolution. The revolution took no time in overthrowing the rule of the last imperial dynasty in the country. It was in March 1912 that the first government of the Republic of China was formed with revolutionary leader Sun Yat-sen chosen as the president.
Warlord Era, 1916-1928
Sun Yat-sen failed to survive in front of the powerful Beiyang Army with Yuan Shikai as its leader. As a result, Yuan was made the president of the Republic of China to end the ongoing struggle. However, after the death of Yuan in 1916, the republic began dividing into military cliques. This resulted in the emergence of warlords who would occupy various cliques. The warlord era came to an end in 1928 with the Chinese reunification.
Chinese Civil War, 1927-1949
The civil war was fought as a struggle for power between the Chinese Nationalist Party and the Communist Party of China. The war was temporarily interrupted by another important human event, the Second Sino-Japanese War from 1937 to 1945. However, after the defeat of Japanese troops in 1945 led to the resumption of the civil war. As the ultimate result, the country was divided into the Republic of China, which later became Taiwan, and the People’ Republic of China, which is also referred to as Mainland China.
Great Leap Forward, 1958
The campaign consisted of strategies implemented by the Communist Party of China to transform the existing agriculture-based economy into an industry-led economy. Unfortunately, the campaign proved to be disastrous, leading to the deaths of millions of people. The campaign not only led to a damaging famine situation, but also caused the economic regression.
Cultural Revolution, 1966-1976
The revolution was launched to impose socialism in the society by replacing capitalist and cultural traditions. Mao Zedong, after failing in Great Leap Forward campaign, tried to restore its position with this revolution. However, the revolution led to the letdown of the country at social, political, as well as economical fronts.
Chinese Economic Reforms, Since 1978
The Chinese Economic Reform program began in 1978; and has helped in shaping up the economy of the country until date. Agriculture related de-collectivization, development of entrepreneurship and foreign investment opportunities were implemented during the first stage. In the second phase, privatization led to the exceptional economic growth, putting China’s economy at the number 2 spot in the world.
The way China flourished from an imperial state to a fast-growing economy sets inspiration for other nations as well. The country with the world’s highest population has an exceptional history worth feeling proud of.
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