1947 Protests & Revolutions Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 28 Feb The 228 Incident in Taiwan: On February 28, 1947, an anti-government uprising erupted in Taiwan, known as the 228 Incident. The unrest began when a Tobacco Monopoly Bureau enforcement team confiscated contraband cigarettes from a widow named Lin Jiang-mai, leading to her injury. The incident escalated when one of the agents fired into the crowd, killing a bystander. This sparked island-wide protests against the Kuomintang (KMT) government, which were violently suppressed, resulting in thousands of civilian deaths. The event is considered a pivotal moment in Taiwan's modern history and a catalyst for the Taiwan independence movement. source: en.wikipedia.org
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