823 Memorial Park Introduction
Taichung's 823 Memorial Park was established to commemorate the "823 Artillery Battle," which erupted on August 23, 1958, when the People's Liberation Army shelled Kinmen. It honors the brave soldiers and citizens who defended Taiwan. The park displays various equipment from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, accompanied by detailed explanation plaques, highlighting the city's commitment to historical memory. Although some of the exhibited weapons were not used during the battle but were employed in subsequent Taiwan Strait defense, they still hold representative and educational significance.
