Wu Tang-hsing
Wu Tang-hsing was a prominent Hakka leader and commander of civilian militias who played a crucial role in resisting the Japanese occupation of Taiwan in 1895. Born in Miaoli, he rallied local forces to defend Hsinchu and other areas from Japanese advances, initially achieving some success before ultimately succumbing to superior firepower.
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Wu Tang-hsing was appointed commander of the civilian militias by the Republic of Formosa and issued a call to arms during the Japanese invasion.
Taiwan in Time: The last ‘Hakka musketeer’
Taiwan· 2025-06-29
Wu Tang-hsing led the Hakka militias regrouping in the Jianbishan mountains to resist Japanese forces.
Taiwan in Time: The Hakka-Japanese showdown at JianbishanTaiwan· 2025-06-22
Wu Tang-hsing was the commander of the Hakka civilian militias who resisted the Japanese occupation of Taoyuan, Hsinchu and Miaoli in June and July 1895.
Taiwan in Time: The Hakka defenders of HsinchuTaiwan· 2025-06-15
