Medieval Taiwan

Medieval Taiwan

Prior to the 17th century the island of Taiwan was inhabited by non-Chinese aboriginals. In the 17th century the Portuguese arrived & established a trading station. The Portuguese named the island Ilha Formosa, a name which is still used on occasion. The Dutch also arrived during the 17th century establishing Fort Zeelandia. The Dutch controlled the island until the Chinese pirate-patriot Koxinga drove them out. [BM] {UA}