Chiang Kai-shek
Chiang Kai-shek was a prominent Chinese military and political leader who served as the head of the Nationalist government of the Republic of China. He played a significant role in the Chinese Civil War and was a key ally of the United States during World War II. His interactions with Gyalo Thondup occurred during Thondup's studies in Nanjing, where he met influential leaders and gained insights into the political landscape of China.
Born on Oct 31, 1887 (138 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | 2 | 4.50 | 0.25% | +10% | 23,816,775 | 66,578 | $670,000 | 1,873$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 3.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,659 | $700,000 | 619$ |
| Totals | 3 | 32,471,397 | 74,237 | $1,370,000 | 2,492$ |
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Switzerland:
Chiang Kai-shek was the leader who proclaimed the provisional government of the Republic of China in Taiwan.
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Taiwan:
Chiang Kai-shek was the former president who retained a part of China's territory to justify his claim to represent China.
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Taiwan:
Cheng Ying-yao referenced former president Chiang Kai-shek's regime in 1949 to explain the ROC's current status.
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Taiwan:
Chiang Kai-shek ruled Taiwan for more than two decades and was a baptized Christian who emphasized the historical links of the KMT to China.
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Taiwan:
Chiang Kai-shek was a distinguished visitor at the guest house where Eileen Chang stayed during her visit to Taiwan.
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Switzerland:
Chiang Kai-shek was the President of the Republic of China who signed the Allied documents regarding Taiwan.
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Taiwan:
KMT leader Chiang Kai-shek launched a coordinated, violent purge of communists and labor union members in Shanghai.
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Kazakhstan:
Chiang Kai-shek led the Kuomintang forces that retreated to Taiwan after losing the civil war to the Communist Party of China.
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Taiwan:
Chiang Kai-shek imposed martial law in Taiwan that lasted until 1987.
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Taiwan:
Republic of China leader Chiang Kai-shek was kidnapped by two of his own generals to force him into an alliance with Mao Zedong’s communists.
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