Great Chinese Famine (jan 1, 1961 – jan 1, 1969)
Description:
Widespread famine during Mao era due to drought, poor weather and policies of Mao. Millions of people died. Although the economy soon slowly improved, Mao felt his power were threatened and soon started the Cultural Revolution.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1961
jan 1, 1969
~ 8 years