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! MUST READ ! South Korea at a Crossroads: Understanding the Political Turmoil/2024.12.10
Martial Law in South Korea: A Rare Move Reflecting Political Turmoil Martial law is an unfamiliar, almost alien concept, especially for the younger generation in South Korea. It's been 46 years since 1979, so it's new to them, and it's a testament to the chaotic political situation in South Korea. It's important to understand exactly what the current political context in South Korea is in relation to Yoon's sudden declaration of martial law. South Korea as America’s Mirror South Korea, in many ways, mirrors the United States. The nation’s first president, Syngman Rhee modeled his country after