China Erupts into the Cultural Revolution
In May 1966, China's Cultural Revolution began, and the political campaign continued for many years thereafter.
In May 1966, China's Cultural Revolution began, and the political campaign continued for many years thereafter.
The Cultural Revolution took place between May 16, 1966 and October 1976, during which multiple rounds of mass political campaigns were carried out. The masses were required to praise Mao Zedong and perform the loyalty dance; those who refused might be subjected to struggle sessions or re-education through labor.
On May 16, 1966, the "May 16 Notification" was issued and the Cultural Revolution began. Intellectuals at schools of all levels were struck, and Lao She, Fu Lei and others were persecuted to death.