nov 28, 1976 - Mao's death
Description:
China's communist chairman, Mao Zedong, dies, opening the way for more moderate leaders. Deng Xiaoping emerges at the top after a power struggle. His policy of "opening and reform" spurs hope that China will become a major economic power.Added to timeline:
Date:
nov 28, 1976
Now
~ 48 years ago