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South Korea’s martial law crisis stirs memories of 1980 Gwangju massacre
In the uncertain hours early Wednesday, many recalled the nation’s last martial law, which came after a coup installed a military dictator and triggered a deadly uprising.
Long before this week, South Korea had a painful history with martial law
In 1980, violent clashes between government forces and pro-democracy demonstrators in the southwestern city of Gwangju created lasting scars that continue to shape South Korea to this day.
For Some Koreans, Martial Law Brought Back Frightening Memories
I immediately thought of 1980, and the fear and desperation we felt,” said a 60-year-old lawmaker who lived through the massacre of protesters in Gwangju.
The Troubled History Of South Korean Presidents
South Korea's first president, Syngman Rhee, elected in 1948, was forced to resign by a popular student-led uprising in 1960, after attempting to extend his term through rigged elections. Rhee was forced into exile in Hawaii, where he died in 1965.
Martial law, then a reversal: An astonishing six hours in South Korea
The political roller-coaster of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration then suspension of martial law was extreme even by the standards of South Korea.
South Korean president declares martial law, then backs down amid calls for his impeachment
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law, accusing the country's opposition of paralyzing the government. Then he backed down.
South Korean lawmakers push to impeach president after martial law decree
South Korean lawmakers began impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk Yeol after he briefly imposed martial law and then reversed course on that decision just hours later. Yoon claimed martial law was necessary to protect the country from "North Korea's communist forces" and to "eliminate anti-state elements.
Shock Martial Law Edict in South Korea Follows Chaotic Recent History: A Look at the Crucial Context
It may seem that the wild predawn scenes in Seoul, with hundreds of armed troops and frantic lawmakers storming South Korea's parliament building after the president suddenly declared martial law, cam
South Korea’s president declared martial law. Could it happen in the U.S.?
There isn’t really a “martial law” in the United States, but there are ways to limit civil liberties, constitutional experts say.
Martial law caused a crisis in South Korea. Could it happen in the US?
Though martial law isn't well defined in U.S. law, it has been imposed at the state and federal level to respond to emergencies.
South Korean President Declares Martial Law: What to Know
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, after which lawmakers quickly adopted a resolution demanding an end to the declaration.
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VOX POPULI: Yoon’s martial law order brings 1980 uprising in Gwangju to mind
In May 1980, a South Korean woman, who lost her adolescent son in
Gwangju
, is overcome with grief in the cemetery where his ...
The New York Times
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Old Photos Evoke the Chaos of South Korea’s 1980 Unrest
That month, troops wielding batons and bayonets opened fire on pro-democracy protesters in the southwestern city of
Gwangju
. That massacre would become a pivotal moment in the country’s transition ...
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What happened in the car?A couple in their 50s were found stabbed in Gwangju.
Police have launched an investigation after a couple in their 50s were found stabbed in Gwangju.According to a Yonhap News ...
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Marinos go top in Asian Champions League as Kobe, Gwangju falter
Yokohama F Marinos moved top of the Asian Champions League Elite standings with a 4-0 win over Central Coast Mariners on ...
Korea Joongang Daily on MSN
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Gwangju draw 1-1 with Shanhai Port in Champions League
Gwangju FC drew 1-1 with Shanghai Port FC in the AFC Champions League Elite (ACLE) at SAIC Pudong Football Stadium in ...
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Dua Lipa ignores South Korea’s martial law drama, electrifies Seoul concert fans
It’s just me and you.” Performing for more than 20,000 fans at Seoul’s Gocheok Sky Dome, pop star Dua Lipa made it clear – ...
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Soccer-Marinos go top in Asian Champions League as Kobe, Gwangju falter
Yokohama F Marinos moved top of the Asian Champions League Elite standings with a 4-0 win over Central Coast Mariners on ...
Devex
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Devex Newswire: Seoul’s crisis can’t stop a World Bank replenishment
The 21st replenishment of the International Development Association carries on in South Korea despite charged domestic ...
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