Wang Jingwei

Chinese politician and wartime leader

Wang Jingwei - Chinese politician and wartime leader
Born

May 4th, 1883
142 years ago

Died

1944
81 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

China

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Born in 1883, a political figure in China during the early 20th century. Played significant roles in various political movements, including the establishment of the Kuomintang. Served as a prominent leader in the collaborationist government during the Second Sino-Japanese War. Advocated for a negotiated peace with Japan, leading to his controversial leadership of the Reorganized National Government in Nanjing. His tenure was marked by a struggle between loyalists to the Nationalist government and his own faction. Died in 1944 amidst widespread criticism and controversy regarding his political choices.

Leadership of the Reorganized National Government

Collaboration with Japan during World War II

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