1893-1976
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East Asia
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1893- 1976
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October 17, 1958
The CCP Central Committee issues guidance on how the Party is navigating the struggle with the United States over Taiwan's future.
November 10, 1958
An internal speech given by Zhou Enlai during the 1958 Taiwan Straits Crisis.
November 11, 1958
September 27, 1958
In the wake of the Taiwan Strait Crisis, the Soviet Union promises to intervene in the event of a nuclear attack on China from the United States.
November 2, 1958
Mao suggests resuming the bombardment of Jinmen Island on November 3, 1958.
October 5, 1958
Mao sends instructions for a temporary cease to the shelling of Jinmen Island.
Speaking with Soviet Charge d'Affaires Antonov, Zhou Enlai analyzes the American response to the Chinese bombing of Jinmen Island.
September 10, 1958
Mao informs Ho Chi Minh that he should not be concerned by the Chinese bombardment of Jinmen Island, as "the Americans are afraid of fighting a war."
September 8, 1958
Mao speaks about the strategy behind the bombardment of nationalist-controlled Jinmen Island in the Taiwan Strait, stating that Taiwan is a "is a steel noose and it ties America’s neck."
September 5, 1958
Mao Zedong speaks about American foreign policy and the tense international situation following the Chinese decision to begin shelling Jinmen Island in the Taiwan Strait.