International Bookstore (Old Site)

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國際書局(舊址)
國際書局(舊址)

International Bookstore (Old Site) Introduction

Xie Xuehong studied at Shanghai University and later went to Moscow for further studies. Following the instructions of the Communist International, she returned to Taiwan to develop organizations and decided to operate a bookstore as a cover while introducing communist ideas. In 1929, the International Bookstore was established, primarily selling leftist literature and also serving as a secret contact point for the left-wing Taiwan Communist Party (TKP). During the February 28 Incident, the International Bookstore played an important role as a communication channel for the TKP, having direct or indirect connections with the 27th Army organizations and related revolutionary groups.

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