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Which Chinese leader did Chennault assist directly?

  • Mao Zedong

  • Zhang Xueliang

  • Chiang Kai-shek

  • Sun Yat-sen

Answer

**Chiang Kai-shek**, the prominent leader of the Republic of China, received direct assistance from Claire Chennault, a renowned American aviator. Chennault played a pivotal role in bolstering China's air power against the Japanese during World War II. His contributions included training Chinese pilots, organizing volunteer squadrons, and devising innovative tactics that effectively countered Japan's aerial dominance.
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