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.
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Cheng Cheng-kung, known as Koxinga, established the short-lived Kingdom of Tungning in Taiwan.
Taiwan’s history is of independence
Taiwan· 2025-11-30
Established by Ming loyalist warlord Cheng Cheng-kung, the Kingdom of Tungning inherited the lands of the Dutch which they defeated in 1662.
Taiwan in Time: Adjusting internal borders during the Qing DynastyTaiwan· 2025-05-25
Cheng Cheng-kung, also known as Koxinga, is a historical figure involved in the impending war between the Dutch and the Ming loyalists.
BOOK REVIEW: Pawns in the chess game of historyTaiwan· 2025-05-08
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.
Restoring glory causes disasters - Taipei TimesTaiwan· 2025-04-13
