Few historical figures have attracted as much curiosity about longevity as Soong Mei-ling. Best known internationally as the wife of Chiang Kai-shek, she lived an extraordinary life that spanned more than a century, reaching the age of 105.
Her long life, combined with her influence in politics, diplomacy, and public life, has led many people to wonder whether there were specific habits that contributed to her remarkable longevity.
A Life That Spanned a Century
Born in 1898, Soong Mei-ling witnessed enormous changes in world history. She became one of the
