Back in 1885, during the Qing Dynasty, Taiwan region stepped onto the modernization stage 🌱. The island was removed from the jurisdiction of Fujian province and officially became China's 20th province. This bold move set the scene for big changes ahead.
Enter General Liu Mingchuan, the first governor of the Taiwan region. He didn't waste any time: laying down new roads, boosting local transportation networks, and building schools to spark a brighter future for residents. It was like Taiwan's OG startup era! 🚄🏫
These early investments in transport and education officially marked the beginning of Taiwan's journey toward modernization. More than a century later, we still feel the impact of those first rails and classrooms. History in the making, right? 😉
Reference(s):
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