The First People of Taiwan (Austronesian Origins)

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Long before Taiwan appeared on any map, Austronesian seafarers made landfall — planting stories, languages, and lineages that still echo today.

This opening chapter of The Island’s Story traces Taiwan’s deep Indigenous roots, from ancient migrations to the layered identities that endured despite colonial erasure. Told through cinematic visuals and quiet reverence, it’s a portrait of origins — and of a people who never left.

00:00 Before Taiwan Was a Flashpoint
01:13 The Austronesian Departure
02:10 The Many Nations of Taiwan
03:55 First Signs of Arrival
04:57 Silence, Survival, and Revival
06:26 Before Taiwan Was Taiwan

The Island's Story is a documentary series that follows Taiwan’s 400-year journey through empire, migration, and memory.

Note on visuals:
Some scenes use AI-assisted imagery where no archival material exists. All research, writing, and editing are human-led.