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The Cultural Revolution had a disastrous impact on Chinese society from "summary" of The Story of China by Michael Wood
The Cultural Revolution, initiated by Chairman Mao Zedong in 1966, aimed to revive revolutionary fervor in China. However, it quickly spiraled out of control, leading to chaos and violence across the country. The impact of the Cultural Revolution was disastrous for Chinese society on multiple levels. One of the most devastating consequences of the Cultural Revolution was the widespread destruction of cultural heritage and historical artifacts. Countless ancient temples, libraries, and artifacts were destroyed as part of the campaign to eradicate the "Four Olds" - old customs, old culture, old habits, and old ideas. This loss of cultural heritage had a profound impact on Chinese society, robbing future generations of their history and identity. The Cultural Revolution also had a devastating impact on education in China. Schools and universities were shut down, and teachers and intellectuals were targeted as enemies of the state. This led to a lost generation of students who were deni...
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