Historical Events tagged with "Taipei"

Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.

Accidents & Tragedies

Singapore Airlines Flight 006 Crash Overview

October 31st, 2000 24 years ago

Singapore Airlines Flight 006, operating from Taipei to Singapore, crashed during takeoff from Taoyuan International Airport. The aircraft collided with construction equipment on the runway, leading to the deaths of 83 people, comprising 79 passengers and 4 crew members. The incident occurred when the plane mistakenly attempted to take off from the wrong runway, which was still under construction. Emergency responders faced challenges due to the fire that engulfed the aircraft following the crash, complicating rescue efforts.

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Politics & Government

ROC Government Relocation to Taipei

December 7th, 1949 75 years ago

As the Chinese Civil War intensified, the Government of the Republic of China, led by Chiang Kai-shek, relocated its capital from Nanjing to Taipei, Taiwan. This move followed significant losses to the Chinese Communist Party, which secured control over mainland China. The government aimed to preserve its authority and consolidate power in Taiwan, where it continued to assert legitimacy as the rightful government of China.

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