White Terror (China)

White Terror in China refers to a period of political repression that occurred primarily during the late 1920s and 1930s, initiated by the Nationalist Party (Kuomintang, KMT) against the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and other leftist groups. Following the break of their alliance in 1927, the KMT sought to eliminate communist influence through violent crackdowns, mass arrests, and executions. This resulted in widespread fear and persecution, significantly impacting the political landscape of China and contributing to the eventual Chinese Civil War. The term also reflects broader anti-communist sentiments and suppression of dissent in China’s history.