Criticism of Wu Han
Zhang Chunqiao supports publication of Yao Wenyuan's attack on Wu Han
Role range: 1966-1976
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Zhang Chunqiao Biography and Timeline
Follow Zhang Chunqiao through 6 dated historical records for China.
Zhang Chunqiao, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
6Distinct records
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1965–1981Years on this page
1965
1966
Central Cultural Revolution Group
Zhang Chunqiao is appointed to the Central Cultural Revolution Group
Role range: 1966-1976
1967
January Storm
Zhang Chunqiao supports the seizure of power from Shanghai party authorities
Role range: 1966-1976
1976
Arrest of Gang of Four
Zhang Chunqiao is arrested as the new leadership moves against the Cultural Revolution radicals
Role range: 1966-1976
Arrest of Zhang Chunqiao
Zhang Chunqiao is arrested as the new leadership moves against the Cultural Revolution radicals
Role range: 1966-1976
1981
Trial
Sentenced to death, suspended for 2 yrs, "Gang of Four" members recieve long sentences
Records, sources and methodology
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