Ep. 366 | The Guangxi Massacre

Ep. 366 | The Guangxi Massacre

Author: Laszlo Montgomery June 12, 2025 Duration: 58:44
This is a rather long episode, running at just about one hour. The Guangxi Massacre is one of those dark chapters from the Cultural Revolution. Down in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, it was particularly dark. I was listening to Stanford Professor of Anthropology Andrew G. Walder on the New Books Network discussing his 2023 book covering this topic. That gave me the initial inspiration. Dr. Walder's book and a few others are very disturbing to read. I didn't dwell on some of the more gory and grotesque parts of this story. Hoowever, the books are all rather free with their descriptions of some of the atrocities committed. There's one excerpt I did include in the Patreon and CHP Premium audio. But I won't be including it in the regular CHP feed. This episode is particularly interesting because it involves a province other than the usual suspects along the coast. And it stars Wei Guoqing 韦国清, someone I'm guessing doesn't ring a bell. Let me know what you think. This was a painful episode to research and present.
 
Suggested Reading:

Zheng Yi, "Scarlet Memorial: Tales Of Cannibalism In Modern China  https://a.co/d/89TkvH6

Andrew G. Walder, "Civil War in Guangxi: The Cultural Revolution on China's Southern Periphery"  https://a.co/d/8XWipif

Yang Su, "Collective Killings in Rural China during the Cultural Revolution"  https://a.co/d/5BF7C2R

New Books in East Asian Studies Podcast featuring Andrew G. Walder: https://pca.st/gh0p9udt

Search for The Secret Archives About the Cultural Revolution in Guangxi《廣西文革機密檔案資料》

 


For more than a decade, Laszlo Montgomery has been guiding audiences through the vast and intricate tapestry of Chinese civilization on The China History Podcast. This isn't a dry recitation of dates and dynasties, but a deeply researched exploration of the people, ideas, and events that have shaped one of the world's oldest continuous cultures. Each episode feels like a focused conversation, unpacking a specific theme, figure, or era with a clarity that makes complex history accessible. You'll find episodes delving into the philosophical foundations laid by Confucius and Laozi, the machinations of imperial courts, the transformative impact of the Silk Road, and the profound changes of the modern age. With a catalog surpassing 350 episodes, the journey spans from deepest antiquity to contemporary times, offering a comprehensive resource for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts. Laszlo's steady narration and careful curation build connections across centuries, revealing how the past continuously informs the present. Tuning into this podcast is an ongoing education, revealing the incredible depth and diversity of Chinese history, society, and culture, one story at a time.
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