The Chinese revolution 1949 Flashcards
1
Q
Why did the GMD lose
A
western powers did not support them as it threatened their control
Jiangs war efforts created chaos and destruction
he was more focused on destroying communism causing his political party to be corrupt
the US stopped aid - military was under resourced
2
Q
Why did the communist win
A
grew in seaboard cities like Shanghai
organised peasants in the countryside to overthrow the landlord system
they occupied communism in the north - more support
Mao promised peace, stability and economic growth
