The Founding and Evolution of the CCP

This chapter examines the historical context surrounding the founding of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in 1921, highlighting the anti-imperialist sentiments that spurred its emergence and contrasting it with the Russian revolution. It explores the CCP's complex relationship with the Guomindang, the significance of the Long March, and the evolving dynamics between Chinese and Soviet communism leading up to and during the Chinese Civil War. The narrative delves into the tensions and strategic interests defining Sino-Soviet relations from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s, emphasizing the interplay of ideology and geopolitics.