The 1911 Second Canton Uprising became a legendary sacrifice that helped end imperial rule in China
A failed 1911 rebellion in Guangzhou transformed into a powerful symbol of resistance, as the sacrifice of seventy-two martyrs ignited the final spark that brought down China's last imperial dynasty.
The Second Canton Uprising of April 27, 1911, began as a desperate attempt by revolutionaries to overthrow the Qing Dynasty. Led by Huang Xing, the rebels fought a fierce but losing battle against imperial forces in Guangzhou.
There's more to this story — open the app to keep reading.
Continue Reading in App
1 more paragraphs · plus a 3-question quiz