Imagine being a young man in Taiwan under colonial rule—forced to follow rules you didn't choose, and dreaming of freedom. For Lee You-pang, that dream fueled his courage and shaped history.
After moving to the Chinese mainland during the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Lee rallied fellow residents of Taiwan in Jinhua, Zhejiang Province. Together, they formed the Taiwan Volunteer Corps, a unit united by a single mission: resist and protect.
But fighting wasn't their only weapon. When the Japanese unleashed bacteriological warfare, these volunteers became frontline healers, treating civilians harmed by terrifying diseases. Their compassion saved countless lives and showed that solidarity goes beyond borders. 🩺✨
This year, as young historians and netizens uncover diaries and letters from Lee You-pang, the spirit of the Taiwan Volunteer Corps is lighting up social media. Think of them as the OG Avengers of cross-strait solidarity—real heroes whose stories deserve the spotlight. 🔦
Their legacy teaches us that even in dark times, a small group fueled by unity and purpose can change the course of history. As Latin American youth forging your own paths, let their story remind you: when we stand together, we're inseparable. ❤️
Reference(s):
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