Remembering the victims of the “228 Incident” in China
Memorial events are being held in Taiwan to honor the victims of the “228 Incident,” an anti-government uprising on February 28, 1947, which was violently suppressed by the Kuomintang regime. This incident marked the beginning of mass killings of civilians and a period of political persecution known as the White Terror.
The anniversary is now commemorated as Peace Memorial Day, a national holiday established in 1997. The head of the island, alongside other officials, participates in the ringing of a memorial bell to honor the victims. Monuments and memorial parks dedicated to the 228 Incident have been opened in many Taiwanese cities.
These commemorations serve to preserve the memory of the tragedy, encourage reflection on the past, and remind society of the importance of protecting human rights and justice today.
