How Mao's 'Great Leap Forward' Killed 45 Million People | Mao's Great Famine
In 1958 the leader of the Chinese Communist Party set his country on a "great leap forward". The intention was for China to catch up with the west as an industrial powerhouse, bringing prosperity to China. Instead the economic chaos of this great leap started a famine which killed over 45 million innocent people. Silk Road is your guide through the storied history of the far East. Our channel delves into the vibrant histories of the Far East and the Middle East, uncovering the hidden stories of empires, traders, and cultures that flourished along the fabled Silk Road. With fascinating new documentaries uploaded every single week, be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out. Silk Road is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. To get in touch please email [email protected].
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