Tag: colonialism
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The Truku War: Taiwan’s Forgotten Battles of 1914
Discover the Truku War of 1914, Taiwan’s largest 20th-century battle where 30,000 Japanese forces fought 3,000 indigenous Truku warriors.
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Taiwanese Language: History, Culture and Linguistics
Taiwanese is more than a language; it’s a symbol of Taiwan’s rich culture, history and a living embodiment of Taiwan’s heritage and identity.
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The Island’s Many Names
Taiwan has had many names over the centuries. What do they mean? Where do they come from? Here’s a rundown of these names and their origins!
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Taiwan’s Cultures and Communities
Taiwan’s not a big place. But it is home to an incredible diversity of cultures with 16 native Austronesian nations and three Sinitic groups.
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The Story of Yuma
Yuma Taru is a legendary figure among the Atayal people of Taiwan. She has dedicated her life to preserving Taiwan’s indigenous heritage.
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The Taiwan Dollar: The Story of How It Came to Be
The Taiwan dollar is Taiwan’s legal tender. This is the story of the modern Taiwanese currency and its predecessor the Taiwanese yen!
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The Dutch East India Company and Its Taiwanese Legacy
This is the story of how the Dutch East India Company arrived in Taiwan, named it, yanked it from its slumber and pushed it upon the world stage!
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What Happened to Taipei’s Grand Shinto Shrine?
The Taiwan Jingū (Grand Shrine of Taiwan) was chief among Taiwan’s 66 official Shinto shrines. What happened to it? Find out here!
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Bullseye: Taiwan’s Bunun People, Warriors and Hunters
Taiwan’s Bunun people are an indigenous Formosan nation of famed warriors and skilled hunters.
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