The Emergence of the Chinese Communist Party

What was the Chinese Communist Party?

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) was a group which wanted to bring a communist system to China.

What were the Chinese Communist Party beliefs?

The Chinese Communist Party had 4 central beliefs:

• ❖ A system in which all people would be equal across China.
• ❖ State control of the economy.
• ❖ Redistribution of wealth.
• ❖ Dictatorship of the proletariat.

Why was the Chinese Communist Party formed?

China was similar to Russia in terms of politics and economy. It was believed China could mirror and recreate a similar revolution to the Russian Revolution of 1917.

When was the Chinese Communist Party formed?

It was founded in June 1921.

Who founded the Chinese Communist Party?

Chen Duxiu became the group's first general secretary, with Mao Zedong appointed to the leadership.

Who influenced the Chinese Communist Party?

Bolshevik influencers suggested the CCP join forces with the GMD, as they were both ideologically similar and the CCP was too small to lead a revolution alone. As the CCP was funded by the Bolsheviks, the leadership agreed and merged as a sub-group of the GMD.