Revolutionary Youth in China, 1949-1950 with Dr Sanjiao Tang

The Southbound Mobilization Meeting held in Shanghai on June 21st, 1949 at the Tianchan Theatre. Photo: National Library of Australia.

Join 2025 National Library of Australia Fellow, Dr Sanjiao Tang, to discuss his recent Fellowship research focused on the history of the Chinese Communist Party and its new regime.

The year between 1949 and 1950 witnessed the most drastic and profound changes in modern China. Triumphing in the Civil War and taking over the entire country, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) was founding its new regime. The younger generations were strongly encouraged to follow the national progress and become revolutionary youth as soon as possible.

However, it was not always easy for ordinary young men and women who never engaged in revolution. Understanding the CCP’s effectiveness in reshaping the younger generations helps rethink the swift establishment of the People’s Republic.

Moreover, by paying attention to such speedy and tolerant strategies’ limitations in thoroughly revolutionising the youth, according to the CCP’s ideals, it is possible to reconsider China’s history in the following three decades.

The details

What: Revolutionary Youth in China, 1949-1950 with Dr Sanjiao Tang
When: Tuesday 28 October, 1pm
Where: National Library of Australia
Cost: Free. Register via National Library of Australia.