February 28 Incident

The February 28 Incident began as protests against the Chinese Nationalist government in Taiwan on February 28, 1947, and became a widespread uprising that government forces violently suppressed.

Taiwan under Japanese rule: Taiwan was governed by Japan from 1895 until Japan's surrender in 1945. Japanese colonial rule shaped the society taken over by the Nationalist administration in 1945.
February 28 demonstrations in Taipei: Demonstrations in Taipei on February 28, 1947, protested the shooting of a bystander and broader government abuses. These protests began the public uprising.
February 28 Incident massacre: The February 28 Incident massacre was the killing and imprisonment of civilians and suspected opponents during the 1947 crackdown. It names the violent repression at the center of the incident's lasting significance.
February 28 Incident in Kaohsiung: The February 28 Incident in Kaohsiung involved local protests, clashes, and government repression in southern Taiwan in 1947. Kaohsiung illustrates how the island-wide uprising unfolded beyond Taipei.
Republic of China takeover of Taiwan: The Republic of China assumed control of Taiwan after Japan surrendered in 1945. The abrupt transfer of power preceded public discontent with the new administration.
February 28 Incident Settlement Committee: The February 28 Incident Settlement Committee was a body formed in Taiwan to negotiate reforms with the authorities. Its negotiations show that protest initially included efforts to secure political concessions.
February 28 Incident casualty estimates: February 28 Incident casualty estimates vary because records are incomplete and the killings were long suppressed. Uncertainty over the death toll remains part of the event's historical record.
February 28 Incident in Chiayi: The February 28 Incident in Chiayi included clashes between local forces and government troops in 1947. Chiayi was among the places where resistance and military force produced severe violence.
Chen Yi: Chen Yi was the Republic of China official who governed Taiwan from 1945 to 1947. His administration's policies and response to unrest became central to the crisis.
February 28 Incident broadcast: A radio broadcast from Taipei on February 28, 1947, reported the incident and called for protests across Taiwan. Radio helped spread news and mobilize demonstrations beyond Taipei.

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