T. V. Soong

ModernPoliticianChina1894 — 1971

Chinese financier and premier of the Republic.

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Quick Facts

Born

1894

Died

1971

Country

China

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)13

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)59

Legacy (20%)54

Leadership (15%)62

Strategy (15%)35

Total Score53.2

T. V. Soong — Complete Timeline

1945 AD

Appointment as Premier of the Republic of ChinaPolitical Action◆ Major

T. V. Soong became Premier of the Republic of China. He led the government during the final stages of World War II and the early Chinese Civil War, but resigned in 1947 due to economic crises and military setbacks.

Republic of ChinaGovernmentWar

Impact: national

Negotiation of the Sino-Soviet Treaty of FriendshipPolitical Action◆ Major

Soong led the Chinese delegation to Moscow to negotiate the Sino-Soviet Treaty of Friendship and Alliance. The treaty recognized Outer Mongolia's independence and granted Soviet rights in Manchuria, which was controversial in China.

Republic of ChinaDiplomacyTreaty

Impact: global