IN May 1954, students from Chung Cheng High School held a demonstration to protest against National Service.
All males between the ages of 18 and 20 were required to register for part-time National Service.
On May 13, 500 students created havoc in the streets, while another 1,000 students locked themselves in Chung Cheng High School. Over 20 students were injured and 48 were arrested by the police.
On May 18, 55 students formed a delegation to request for exemption from National Service. Their request was turned down
2,500 students locked themselves in Chung Cheng High School.
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