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CHINESE LITERACY 1951
Chinese peasants are taught to read and write as part of Chairman Maos Great Leap Forward Date: 1951
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Media ID 20151831
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1951 Chairman Forward Leap Literacy Peasants Read Taught Write Maos
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into the past with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Greeting Cards. This particular card features an evocative image from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicting a pivotal moment in Chinese history. Dating back to 1951, the photograph captures the essence of Chairman Mao's Great Leap Forward, as Chinese peasants are taught to read and write. This beautifully crafted card is the perfect way to convey a message of education, progress, and hope, making it an inspiring choice for any occasion. Immerse yourself in history and add a touch of culture to your correspondence with this unique and thoughtful greeting card from Media Storehouse.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in China's modern history during Chairman Mao Zedong's Great Leap Forward campaign in 1951. The image shows a dedicated group of Chinese peasants, mostly elderly and wearing traditional clothing, gathered around their teacher as they learn to read and write. The importance of literacy in this rural community is evident as they intently focus on their lessons, determined to acquire this essential skill. The Great Leap Forward was a period of social and economic upheaval in China, aimed at rapidly industrializing and modernizing the country. One of its key initiatives was the mass literacy campaign, which sought to eradicate illiteracy and promote education among the rural population. This campaign was part of Mao's broader vision to transform China into a socialist agrarian utopia. Communications played a crucial role in this campaign, as literacy was seen as a means to disseminate information and ideas, and to foster a sense of unity and solidarity among the people. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the determination and resilience of the Chinese people during this transformative period in their history, and the importance of education in shaping individual lives and communities. The image also highlights the significant progress China has made in literacy rates since the 1950s, with the country now boasting one of the highest literacy rates in the world. This photograph is a testament to the enduring power of education and the human spirit, and serves as an inspiration for continued efforts to promote literacy and learning around the world.
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