First National Congress of CCP

Date: July 23, 1921 • Location: Shanghai, China

The first National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party opened in a house in Shanghai.

The 1st National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party was held in Shanghai and Jiaxing between July 23 and August 2, 1921. The congress established the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in China's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.