Mao Zedong

Mao Zedong was the beginner of the People’s Republic of China. He became the first chairman of the People’s Republic of China in 1949. Mao wanted to keep away from Russian Communism because he wanted to avoid any Soviet influence and keep his people interested in their own government. In 1958, Mao Zedong launched the “Great Leap Forward.” This plan intended to reshape the economy from many angles, including industry and agriculture. But, the plan …

…s strength. Mao did regain power in the Chinese communist Government and served as the Chairman of the Ninth Communist Party Congress. In 1970 Mao Zedong was given control over the entire nation and army. The Cultural Revolution would continue to live on through its supporters until he died on September 5, 1976 in Bejing. Mao Zedong is most widely known as the founder of the People’s Republic of China and a strong advocate of Communist Party.