The Cultural Revolution in China began in 1966 and resulted in the upheaval of traditional cultural norms and values. It sought to enforce communism by removing capitalist and traditional elements from Chinese society. This movement led to widespread persecution of intellectuals, artists, and perceived counter-revolutionaries, resulting in a significant loss of history, culture, and lives. It profoundly affected the education system, especially targeting educators and academics, and aimed to create a “new socialist man” loyal to the Communist Party, drastically altering societal structures and personal relationships.