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Chiang Zhao-Cong (Traditional Chinese: 蔣肇聰, November 10, 1842 – August 24, 1895), nicknamed Ming Huo, was the father of Chiang Kai-shek. After his father, Chiang Siq-ian's death, he took over the household and managed the family business for several years, contributing to the increasing wealth of the Jiang family. He had an older brother. He was born in Xikou, Fenghua, Zhejiang.
His father Chiang Siq-ian was involved in the salt industry, and as a result, the family was prosperous. Chiang Zhao-Cong was known for being scheming, shrewd, and capable. To expand his salt shop business, he not only sold salt, rice, and wine, but also other products such as vegetables, lime,and more.
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