The Chinese Revolution

The Chinese Revolution (1911-1949) was a movement that ended thousands of years of imperial rule and led to the establishment of the People's Republic of China. It involved powerful social, political, and economic struggles against dynasties, notably the Qing, and aimed to modernize China. Key figures like Sun Yat-sen and Mao Zedong sought to create a government representing the people's interests, leading to civil wars, resistance against foreign influence, and ideological shifts toward communism. The revolution profoundly transformed China’s political landscape, ending monarchy and feudalism, and setting the stage for a communist-led society.