Where did Peng and Mao's rivalry come to a head in 1959?
Beijing Congress
Shanghai Summit
Lushan Conference
Yan'an Forum
Answer
At the Lushan Conference in 1959, Peng Dehuai, the Chinese Defense Minister, publicly criticized Mao Zedong's disastrous Great Leap Forward campaign, sparking a significant rift between the two leaders. Peng's criticism initiated a power struggle within the Communist Party of China, resulting in his removal from key positions and eventual downfall, solidifying Mao's absolute authority.
The Legacy of Peng Dehuai: A Journey through History
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