Cultural Revolution (China)

The Cultural Revolution in China (1966-1976) was a political movement initiated by Mao Zedong to preserve Communist ideology by removing perceived bourgeois and traditional influences. It involved mass campaigns, public humiliations, and the destruction of cultural artifacts, leading to chaos in education, economy, and society. Intellectuals, educators, and officials were targeted, often suffering persecution. The movement aimed to reinforce Mao’s control and reshape Chinese culture but caused widespread suffering and disruption before ending with Mao’s death in 1976. It remains a significant period highlighting the dangers of radical political campaigns.