The document provides an overview of modern Chinese history from the 19th century Opium Wars to the present day, covering major events, leaders, and eras. It discusses China's transition from imperial dynasty to republic to communist state under Mao Zedong, as well as economic reforms under Deng Xiaoping and recent developments. Key topics include China's emergence as a global power, ongoing human rights issues, and economic interdependence with the United States.
12. Chinese poster saying: "Shatter the old world / Establish a new world." Classical example of the Red art from the early Cultural Revolution. A worker (or possibly Red Guard) crushes the crucifix, Buddha and classical Chinese texts with his hammer; 1967
13. Mao’s Cult of Personality A poster during the Cultural Revolution. Caption reads : The Chinese People's Liberation Army is the Great School of Mao Zedong Thought
52. The ceremony was filled with signature Chinese touches like the use of masses of people, working in unison into a grand spectacle centered on traditional Chinese history, music, dance and art.
69. With Beijing’s help, Donald Tsang has secured enough nominations to ensure that he becomes Hong Kong’s next chief executive. Will he also push for greater democracy for the territory?
74. The Peaceful Rise of China in the 21 st Century? April 2005: Shanghai held a clearly stage-managed rally against Japan. To some, it recalled the Cultural Revolution. Why the protests against Japan?
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77. Was there political fallout from the earthquake which took place in May 2008? Chinese police confronted parents protesting the deaths of their children in poorly constructed schools that collapsed.