Gwangju Uprising, democratic movement in South Korea
The Gwangju Uprising was a seminal event in the democratization of South Korea.
Taking place in May 1980, it involved citizens rising up against military dictatorship.
The uprising has been memorialized in Korean culture and serves as an emblem for democracy and human rights.
Visitors can learn about the uprising at the May 18th National Cemetery in Gwangju.
Gwangju's spirit of resistance and collective action has inspired movements throughout Asia.
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