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Mao's Birth and Early Childhood
- Mao Zedong was born in the village of Shaoshan, Hunan province, China on December 26, 1893.
- His mother, Wen Qimei, sought blessings from a Buddhist nun for his survival after losing previous children in infancy.
Mao's Strict Upbringing
- Mao's father, a self-made farmer, was a strict disciplinarian.
- He regularly beat his children to prevent them from becoming spoiled.
Early Experiences and Education
- Mao started working on the farm at a young age, witnessing the harsh realities of life under imperial rule.
- He also developed a love for books and ideas, despite his father's disapproval.