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The past that still has not passed (KOR)

Drawing on France's reckoning with Vichy, the article argues Korea must confront colonial collaboration, state-building and historical responsibility as a shared past rather than a political weapon.

2026.7.29

The past that still has not passed

Drawing on France's reckoning with Vichy, the article argues Korea must confront colonial collaboration, state-building and historical responsibility as a shared past rather than a political weapon.

2026.7.28

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President Lee Jae Myung, left, burns incense at the April 19th National Cemetery in Seoul on April 19 on the 66th anniversary of the 1960 pro-democracy uprising by students that toppled then-President Syngman Rhee. First lady Kim Hea Kyung stands behind Lee. [JOINT PRESS CORPS]

Lee commemorates 1960 uprising, draws parallels with 2024 martial law crisis

President Lee Jae Myung credited Korea’s ability to overcome his predecessor’s brief imposition of martial law to the 1960 pro-democracy movement in a speech to mark the 66th anniversary of the nationwide protests on Sunday.

2026.4.19

Prayers should not be long (KOR)

History is not a grand predestination but a collection of trivial accidents.

2024.5.10

Prayers should not be long

History is not a grand predestination but a collection of trivial accidents.

2024.5.9

Director Kim Deog Young of “The Birth of Korea” [CHOI Gi-UNG]

'There is tragedy, but ultimately there is victory': Conservative political film 'The Birth of Korea' causes a stir

"The Birth of Korea" proves to be a relative success, attracting over a million viewers. The director shares his insight on the controversy surrounding Korea's first president, prompting debates on historical representation and political ideologies.

2024.2.29