William Tyler
Western Backing of Nationalist Chinese in the Civil War
Summary
The Chinese Civil War between Chiang Kai-shek (1887–1975) and Mao Zedong (1893–1976) came in two parts, namely 1927–37 and then again 1945–49. The pause in the civil war was caused by the greater external threat posed by the Japanese invasion of China. In the Second Civil War, the nationalists received American support, but to no avail, as they lost and departed for the island of Taiwan, leaving Mao to proclaim The People’s Republic of China. Link to William’ s blog with recommended book lists for his China lectures.
William Tyler
William Tyler has spent his entire professional life in adult education, beginning at Kingsgate College in 1969. He has lectured widely for many public bodies, including the University of Cambridge and the WEA, in addition to speaking to many clubs and societies. In 2009, William was awarded the MBE for services to adult education, and he has previously been a scholar in residence at the London Jewish Cultural Centre. Link to William’ s blog with recommended book lists for his Lockdown lectures.