Birth of Chiang Kai-shek
Chiang Kai-shek was born on October 31, 1887, in Xikou, Zhejiang Province, China.
1887
1907
Military Education in Japan
Chiang Kai-shek traveled to Japan to receive military training at the Imperial Japanese Army Academy.
1911
Participation in the Xinhai Revolution
Chiang Kai-shek returned to China to join the revolutionary forces that overthrew the Qing Dynasty, leading to the establishment of the Republic of China.
1923
Appointment as Commandant of the Whampoa Military Academy
Chiang Kai-shek was appointed as the commandant of the Whampoa Military Academy, a significant step in his rise within the Kuomintang.
1926
Northern Expedition
Chiang Kai-shek led the Northern Expedition to unify China under the Kuomintang, successfully defeating various warlords.
1928
Becoming the Leader of the Republic of China
Chiang Kai-shek officially became the leader of the Republic of China after successfully unifying the country under the Kuomintang.
1934
The Long March
Chiang Kai-shek's forces pursued the Communist Red Army during the Long March, which ultimately ended in a strategic retreat for the Communists.
1937
Second Sino-Japanese War
Chiang Kai-shek led China in the Second Sino-Japanese War following Japan's invasion of China.
1945
End of World War II
Chiang Kai-shek emerged as a key Allied leader following the defeat of Japan in World War II, reclaiming territories occupied by Japan.
1949
Retreat to Taiwan
Following the victory of Communist forces in the Chinese Civil War, Chiang Kai-shek retreated to Taiwan where he established a separate government.
1950
U.S. Support for Taiwan
Chiang Kai-shek received significant military and economic support from the United States to strengthen Taiwan against potential Communist invasion.
1955
Formosa Resolution
The U.S. Congress passed the Formosa Resolution, pledging to defend Taiwan against Communist attacks, bolstering Chiang Kai-shek's position.
1960
Economic Reforms in Taiwan
Chiang Kai-shek implemented economic reforms in Taiwan, leading to significant industrial growth and modernization.
1971
Loss of U.N. Seat
The Republic of China (Taiwan) lost its seat in the United Nations to the People's Republic of China, a significant diplomatic setback for Chiang Kai-shek.
1975
Death of Chiang Kai-shek
Chiang Kai-shek passed away on April 5, 1975, in Taipei, Taiwan, marking the end of an era in Chinese and Taiwanese history.
