Matsu Beigan | War and Peace Memorial Museum: Historical memories from the Cold War front transformed into inspiration for safeguarding peace

The War and Peace Memorial Hall stands majestically. Once a symbol of the Cold War front, it has now been transformed into a place to remember history and call for peace.

The Memorial Hall, imposing in its gray-white stone, resembles a silent fortress. Exhibition areas within the hallway are divided into themes such as "War Memories," "Military Life," and "Visions of Peace." Displays of firearms, artillery shells, uniforms, and images document the decades of military rule on Matsu. Walking through the hallway, the walls are lined with vintage black-and-white photographs, offering a glimpse into the tensions of those war-torn years. The young soldiers stationed here dedicated their youth and lives to the island and its defense.

However, the most moving aspect of the Memorial Hall lies not in its glorification of war, but in its reminder through its exhibitions that peace is never taken for granted. It is a responsibility passed down from generation to generation, and a blessing to be cherished. Looking out at the sea from outside the Memorial Hall, the waves remain surging, but hearts yearn for peace. The War and Peace Memorial is a record of history and an inspiration for the future.

Post by 諸文武 | Sep 29, 2025