On This Day in History ll - 10/9

🇹🇼 Taiwan History - 1945 | Taiwan Enters the Phase of Government Transition After the end of World War II, Japan's rule over Taiwan concluded. In October 1945, Taiwan was on the eve of being taken over by the National Government. Various administrative and military handover tasks were being prepared sequentially, setting the stage for the formal surrender and takeover in late October. - Historical Background of Taiwan Retrocession Day The handover of power in Taiwan is closely linked to the surrender ceremony on October 25, 1945. This day was later designated as Taiwan Retrocession Day, becoming a significant commemorative date in Taiwan's post-war history. 🎂 Famous Birthdays Today - 1757 | Charles X King of the French Bourbon dynasty, who reigned from 1824 to 1830, and was finally abdicated due to the July Revolution. - 1859 | Alfred Dreyfus A French military officer who was wrongly convicted, leading to the famous 'Dreyfus Affair,' which became a crucial historical case for examining anti-Semitism, judicial justice, and political prejudice. - 1940 | John Lennon An English musician and one of the founding members of The Beatles. His music and peace advocacy have influenced fans worldwide. - 1966 | David Cameron A British politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. During his tenure, the 2016 Brexit referendum was held.