Zhang Lixiong (Chinese: 张力雄, 21 November 1913 – 2 April 2024) was a Chinese politician, military officer, and supercentenarian.
Zhang Lixiong | |
|---|---|
张力雄 | |
| Deputy of 4th National People's Congress | |
| In office 1975–1978 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 21 November 1913 Shanghang County, Fujian, Republic of China (now China) |
| Died | 2 April 2024 (aged 110 years, 133 days) Nanjing, Jiangsu, China |
| Political party | Chinese Communist Party |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance |  |
| Service/ | People's Liberation Army |
| Years of service | 1961–? |
| Rank | Major general |
Biography
Zhang joined the Chinese Communist Party in 1931 and became a founding major general of the PLA in 1961. He served as a deputy in the 4th National People's Congress from 1975 to 1978. He was the last General founder of the Army who participated in The Great Walk 1926.
Zhang died on 2 April 2024, at the age of 110 years, 133 days.
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