Tag: Syngman Rhee
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Key Figures of Central California: Song Cheol (1896–1986)
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Read in Korean He was born in Geumsan, Jeonbuk Province. He graduated from Shinheung Middle School in Jeonju, which was founded by missionaries, and later graduated from Yeongmyeong High School in Gunsan. Deeply moved after hearing a speech by Syngman Rhee in 1911, he became a devoted follower of Rhee. After teaching mathematics and physics…
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The First Diplomatic Delegation to the United States
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Read in Korean Early Immigration and Its Origins In 1863, at the tender age of 12, Gojong ascended the throne as the 26th king of Joseon. His father, Heungseon Daewongun, took up the regency and implemented an isolationist policy. In 1866, Daewongun ordered the execution of nine French missionaries, including Catholics Hong Bong-ju and Nam…