Monday marks 100th anniversary of revolution against China 's imperial system . The Los Angeles Times reported : `` The government held low-key celebrations Sunday marking the centennial anniversary of the revolution that ended thousands of years of imperial rule and set the stage for the birth of today 's China . The Chinese government has been cracking down on dissent and human rights activists have staged protests in recent weeks to mark the anniversary. He says China 's regime spurns ideals of democracy and liberty .
Monday marks 100th anniversary of revolution against China 's imperial system . The Chinese government has been cracking down on dissent and human rights activists have staged protests in recent weeks to mark the anniversary. He says China 's regime spurns ideals of democracy and liberty .