Zhang Zhidong
Qing Dynasty politician
Died when: 72 years 31 days (865 months)Star Sign: Virgo
Zhang Zhidong (Chinese: ???) (4 September 1837 – 5 October 1909) was a Chinese politician who lived during the late Qing dynasty.Along with Zeng Guofan, Li Hongzhang and Zuo Zongtang, Zhang Zhidong was one of the four most famous officials of the late Qing dynasty.
Known for advocating controlled reform and modernization of Chinese troops, he served as the governor of Shanxi Province and viceroy of Huguang, Liangguang and Liangjiang, and also as a member of the Grand Council.
He took a leading role in the abolition of the Imperial examination system in 1905.The Red Guards destroyed his tomb in 1966 during the Cultural Revolution.
His remains were rediscovered in 2007 and reburied with honors.
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