1911 Revolution Flashcards
1
Q
Name the event that began the 1911 Revolution?
A
Double Tenth (10/10/1911)
2
Q
What was the Double Tenth?
A
- A bomb made by New Army soldiers with ties to the TMH was accidentally detonated in Wuhan
- Qing investigation found stash of unauthorised weapons and list of conspirators among Wuhan Garrison
- Soldiers had been plotting an uprising and now, faced with arrest, had to move their plans forward- rebelled and took over Hubei
3
Q
In 6 weeks, how many of China’s provinces had declared themselves independent of the Qing?
A
15 of 26
4
Q
When was the Provisional Government of the Republic of China proclaimed and where?
A
29th December 1911 in Nanjing
5
Q
What was the role of Yuan Shikai in the revolution?
A
Firstly- appointed commander-in-chief of Qign military to quell rebellion
Then- Restored order in many parts of China
After- Opened negotiations with revolutionaries, vying for the presidency himself
6
Q
When did Pu Yi abdicate?
A
12th Feb 1912
7
Q
When was Shikai sworn as the president of the People’s Republic?
A
10th March 1912
