Cheng Cheng-kung
Cheng Cheng-kung, also known as Koxinga, was a Ming Dynasty loyalist who became a significant figure in Taiwanese history by expelling the Dutch from Taiwan in 1661. He established a base on the island to support his efforts to restore the Ming Dynasty, and his legacy has made him an important symbol of resistance in Taiwan's history.
Born on Jun 08, 1624 (401 years old)
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Established by Ming loyalist warlord Cheng Cheng-kung, the Kingdom of Tungning inherited the lands of the Dutch which they defeated in 1662.
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Cheng Cheng-kung, also known as Koxinga, is a historical figure involved in the impending war between the Dutch and the Ming loyalists.
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Cheng Cheng-kung, also known as Koxinga, expelled the Dutch and occupied part of Taiwan as a base for his movement to restore the Ming Dynasty.
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