Su Beng

Su Beng

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Su Beng was a prominent Taiwanese independence activist and historian, who played a significant role in the formation of Taiwanese identity during the 20th century. He authored the influential book 'Taiwan’s 400 Year History' in 1962, which argued for the recognition of a distinct Taiwanese identity shaped by centuries of colonization. His efforts and writings significantly contributed to the Taiwanese democracy movements and the quest for self-determination.

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Su Beng is a prominent independence figure whose association was linked to the arrests of the activists.

Taiwan in Time: Zero tolerance for White Terror
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-07-19
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In 1962, Su Beng published a seminal treatise on Taiwanese identity, Taiwan’s 400 Year History.

Book review: Finally, a history of Taiwanese democracy
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-07-17
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