Reunification of China - 3 Minute History

The video covers the chaotic Warlord Era in China, highlighting the rise of the Kuomintang (KMT) under Sun Yat-sen and later Chiang Kai-shek. It discusses the Northern Expedition aimed at unifying China, the subsequent civil war with the Communists, and the tensions with Japan. The narrative includes the Central Plains War, regional conflicts like the Sino-Tibetan War, and the challenges faced by Chiang's government, including economic struggles and internal dissension.

What were the main factions fighting for control in China during the early 20th century?

Who initially led the KMT and what was their relationship with the Soviet Union?

Describe the events that led to the rise of Chiang Kai-shek within the KMT.

What were the consequences of the KMT's actions in Nanjing in 1927?

How did the Japanese invasion of Manchuria in 1931 impact the political landscape in China?