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- Great Leap Forward
During the Great Leap Forward campaign initiated by Mao Zedong in China from 1958 to 1962, the Chinese government aimed to rapidly transform the country from an agrarian society into a socialist society through the formation of communes. These communes were large collective farms where agricultural and industrial activities were combined. However, this massive social and economic experiment led to disastrous consequences, including widespread famine and the deaths of millions of people due to mismanagement, unrealistic production targets, and adverse weather conditions.
The Great Leap Forward is a significant event in Chinese history that showcases the complexities and consequences of rapid industrialization and collectivization efforts.
