Wang Hongwen
Labor activist and politician
Born
1935
91 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
China
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A prominent labor activist and politician, played a significant role in Chinese politics during the Cultural Revolution. Held the position of Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress. Served as a key member of the Gang of Four, a political faction that was influential in the final years of Mao Zedong's rule. After Mao's death, faced arrest and was tried for counter-revolutionary activities, which led to a lengthy imprisonment. Contributed to labor movements and industrial policies during a tumultuous period in China's history.
Served as Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress
Was a key member of the Gang of Four
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