Mao Zedong

Who was Mao Zedong?

Mao Zedong is most famously known as the leading figure in the Chinese Communist Party's rise and consolidation of power.

When did Mao Zedong live?

Mao was born in 1893 and died in 1976. He ruled China from 1949 until his death.

Where was Mao Zedong born?

Mao was born in Changsha Fu, China.

What was Mao Zedong's role?

Mao Zedong played 3 key roles during his life:

• ❖ Mao was an influential Chinese communist revolutionary from the mid-1920s, playing a key role in the August Uprising, the Red Army and the Jiangxi Soviet.
• ❖ He would consolidate his power as leader of the CCP during the Long March, later defeating the GMD during the Civil War.
• ❖ After victory in the Civil War, Mao would rule the People's Republic China (PRC) from 1949 until his death in 1976.