Contemporary era · 1966 – 1976
Cultural Revolution
The Cultural Revolution, formally known as the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution, was a sociopolitical movement in the People's Republic of China (PRC). It was launched by Mao Zedong, chairman of the Chinese Communist Party, in 1966 and lasted until his death in 1976. Its stated goal was to advance Chinese communism by purging remnants of capitalist and traditional elements from Chinese society and government.
- When
- 16 May 1966 – 6 Oct 1976
- Where
- People's Republic of China
- Era
- Contemporary
Topics
People
Before and after
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