On September 9th 1976, Chinese revolutionary and statesman Mao Zedong, who had been suffering from Parkinson's disease and other health problems, died in Beijing at the age of 82. The Communist leader and founder of the People's Republic of China is considered one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. Mao was born … Continue reading September 9 1976 Mao Zedong dies
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May 25 1977 Chinese government removes ban on Shakespeare
On May 25th 1977, a new sign of political liberalisation appeared in China, when the communist government lifted its decade-old ban on the writings of William Shakespeare. The action by the Chinese government was additional evidence that the Cultural Revolution was over. In 1966, Mao Tse-Tung, the leader of the People's Republic of China, … Continue reading May 25 1977 Chinese government removes ban on Shakespeare
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