Chiang Kai-shek
Definition
Chiang Kai-shek was a Chinese nationalist politician, revolutionary, and military leader who served as the leader of the Republic of China between 1928 and 1975, first in mainland China until 1949 and then in Taiwan until his death.
Analogy
Consider Chiang Kai-shek as a seasoned coach whose team (the Nationalist Party) lost their winning streak (control over mainland China) to an underdog team (Communist Party), but still managed to keep playing on another field (Taiwan).
Related terms
Kuomintang (KMT): The political party led by Chiang Kai-shek during most of his leadership. It is also known as the Nationalist Party.
Taiwan Strait Crisis: A series of conflicts between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the People's Republic of China in the 1950s. Chiang Kai-shek's government was involved in these crises.
White Terror: A period of political repression in Taiwan after the February 28 Incident, where thousands were killed by Kuomintang-led Republic of China government led by Chiang Kai-shek.
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