The August 23 Artillery Battle Museum () is a museum in Zhongzheng Park, Jinhu Township, Kinmen, Taiwan.

History

The museum was built in 1988 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the 23 August 1958 Artillery War during the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis.

August 23 Artillery Battle Museum

Architecture

On both sides of the museum main entrance are carved the names of the 587 ROC armed forces servicemen who lost their lives in the bombardment. On the left side are displayed the main air fighter used by the forces at that time and the main artillery piece. On the right side is one of the amphibious landing craft which played a vital role in transporting troops and materials during the battle. The museum building is surrounded by banyan trees.

August 23 Artillery Battle Museum

Exhibitions

The museum exhibits historical artifacts in 12 display areas for charts, photographs, documents, relics and models.

August 23 Artillery Battle Museum

See also

List of museums in Taiwan

References

1988 establishments in Taiwan

Jinhu Township

Military and war museums in Taiwan

Museums established in 1988

Museums in Kinmen County