Historical Events tagged with "chiangkaishek"

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Military & Warfare

Bombardment of Quemoy Marks Escalation

August 23rd, 1958 66 years ago

The People's Liberation Army commenced a large-scale bombardment of Quemoy, also known as Kinmen, initiated by the Chinese Communist Party as a display of military strength against the Republic of China authorities in Taiwan. The attack focused on this strategic island, situated close to the mainland, sparking heightened tensions in the Taiwan Strait and drawing international attention to the conflict between the People's Republic of China and the Republic of China.

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Politics & Government

Failed Peace Talks Between Communists and Nationalists

April 1st, 1949 76 years ago

In early 1949, the Chinese Communist Party attempted peace negotiations with the Nationalist Party in Beijing after three years of intense civil conflict. The negotiations were seen as a last-ditch effort to end hostilities and achieve a political resolution. Despite the efforts made by both parties, the talks ultimately collapsed, highlighting the deep-seated divisions and hostility that had developed during the war. This failure set the stage for continued fighting.

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