Black Bat Squadron Memorial Hall
The Black Bat Squadron Memorial Hall () is a memorial hall dedicated to Black Bat Squadron located in East District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan. History. On 2 April 2009, the Black Bat Squadron Memorial Hall held a groundbreaking ceremony, located on the original site of the Black Bat Squadron dormitory in the Park 12, Dongda Road by Hsinchu City government, Its mission is to show appreciation and preserve the squadron history and all the airman who have given their lives to defend the nation. The memorial hall cost NT$15 million and the total construction period is 110  days and the hall was opened on 22 November 2009. Architecture. The memorial hall building is the original building of Black Bat Squadron dormitory. It is designed as the dormitory style for Military Assistance Advisory Group (MAAG) of the United States with a total floor area of 460 m, comprising between the ground floor and the basement. For additional flexibility, a small open-air square is located left wing of the building for hosting small events. Inside of the square also features a memorial wall of tempered glass that introduces the heroism of the Black Bat Squadron, apart from hosting  a complete record of the Black Bat Squadron history, the memorial hall can also support local community events. The memorial hall will therefore introduce people to an important part of history, but also help revitalize local cultural development. Exhibitions. The memorial hall exhibition space is divided into five thematic areas Transportation. The memorial hall is accessible within walking distance north of Hsinchu Station of Taiwan Railways.