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The consolidation of power: mass mobilisation campaigns and purges; the role of the PLA; the use of terror and propaganda; land reform; attacks on landlords and land redistribution.
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Communist victory and the consolidation of Mao's rule, 1946–1952
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Communist victory and the consolidation of Mao's rule, 1946–1952
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The consolidation of power: mass mobilisation campaigns and purges; the role of the PLA; the use of terror and propaganda; land reform; attacks on landlords and land redistribution
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What was one of the primary methods used by the Communist Party of China (CPC) to consolidate power after their victory in 1949?
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The CPC implemented mass mobilization campaigns to consolidate power and engage the population in supporting the new regime.
Key terms
- Purges: The systematic removal of perceived enemies from the Communist Party and society, often involving violence and intimidation.
- Propaganda: Information, especially biased or misleading, used to promote a political cause or point of view, crucial for the CPC in consolidating power.
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Overlooking the role of the PLA: Emphasize the PLA's dual role in military victory and enforcing party policies during the consolidation phase.
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