Chiang Kai-shek

Revolutionary leader of the Republic of China, governing from 1925 to 1975.

Chronology: 1887-10-31 – 1975-04-05

Origins & Early Life

Chiang Kai-shek (; 31 October 1887 – 5 April 1975) was a Chinese and Taiwanese military commander, revolutionary, and statesman who was the leader of the Republic of China (ROC) from 1925 to 1948. He led the Nationalist government during the ROC's mainland period through World War II from 1925 to 1948, and continued to govern after the ROC relocated to Taiwan following defeat in the Chinese Civil War. He was the president of the Republic of China from 1948 to 1975. Born in Zhejiang, Chiang received a military education in China and Japan, joined Sun Yat-sen's Tongmenghui in 1908, and, after the 1911 Revolution, participated in the National Protection War.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

In 1923, he was appointed by Sun as chief of staff of the Army and Navy Marshal stronghold, and served as commandant of the Whampoa Military Academy from 1924 until its closure in 1930. After Sun's death, Chiang wrested control of the party and National Revolutionary Army from Wang Jingwei in the Canton Coup. From 1926 to 1928, Chiang led the Northern Expedition and largely unified China under a Nationalist government based in Nanjing. He broke the First United Front by purging the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) members in the Shanghai...

Enduring Legacy & Impact

The historical impact and works continue to influence the modern world.

Source: Wikipedia