Victory Village - General's House Introduction
Pingtung Victory New Village was a group of Japanese-style buildings received from Japan after World War II. Each courtyard features distinct beauty influenced by the preferences of its owners and their chosen greenery. After the Republic of China government arrived in Taiwan, it once served as an important residence for military officers. With the Ministry of National Defense's planning for the reform of military dependents’ housing, many areas faced renovation and demolition. However, under the efforts of the Pingtung County Government, 71 of these fortunate Japanese-style buildings were preserved, serving as a testament to the era when the war led to deeper emotional connections among people. Under the bright sun, these 71 houses exude a strong sense of military dependents’ village atmosphere, connecting the memories of all the residents and perpetuating them endlessly. Among them, the General's House is a one-and-a-half-story Japanese-style building, featuring a black eave and pebble-stoned steps, with a Japanese corridor and traditional Taiwanese earthen gray walls. This house carries the historical memories of human experiences, witnessing the comings and goings of many people. Today, the General's House is no longer inhabited by generals, but instead presents beautiful stories of the past, recounting the memories of Pingtung's military dependents’ village, allowing the unique brilliance of Pingtung's military dependents’ village to continue shining bright.
