一個教授之死

In the 1980s, amid Taiwan’s democratic struggle, Formosa Magazine became a beacon of resistance. The 1979 Kaohsiung Incident drew global attention, inspiring Pittsburgh professor Chen Wen-chen to donate in support. Returning to Taiwan in 1981, he briefly reunited with family before being summoned by authorities over his ties to the magazine. Interrogated under harsh lights, he calmly defended his hopes for Taiwan’s future. Soon after, his body was found on NTU’s campus, injuries suggesting foul play despite official claims of suicide. His death fueled the democracy movement, inspiring activists like Cheng Nan-jung, who later self-immolated for free speech. From the Wild Lily Student Movement to Taiwan’s first direct presidential election, these sacrifices forged a path to liberty. Today, the Chen Wen-chen Memorial at NTU stands as a solemn reminder of the cost of freedom.