Song Qiyun

Communist activist and insurgent leader

Song Qiyun - Communist activist and insurgent leader
Born

1904
121 years ago

Died

September 6th, 1949
76 years ago — 45 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

China

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An activist emerged as a prominent figure in the communist movement within China. This individual played a significant role in organizing labor and peasant uprisings, promoting revolutionary ideas to challenge the prevailing socio-political order. Active in the late 1940s, involvement included mobilizing support for the Communist Party during a tumultuous period in Chinese history. The commitment to the movement led to detention and eventual execution by authorities, marking a pivotal moment in the narrative of resistance against oppressive regimes.

Organized labor uprisings

Led peasant movements

Executed for communist activities

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