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Park Chung-hee

3rd president of the republic of korea.

Born November 14th, 1917 in Gumi.

Died October 26th, 1979 at 61 years old in Jongno District (gunshot wound).

Occupations
army officer, politician
Wikipedia

On October 26, 1979, Park Chung-hee, former President of South Korea, passed away suddenly at the age of 61. Park Chung-hee was a leader of great vision and ambition, serving as the country's president from 1963-1979. During his presidency, he managed to transform South Korea from a ravaged war-torn country to an economic powerhouse - leading the country out of poverty and introducing numerous modernization reformations and economic development plans that encouraged international trade and foreign investment. His hard work and dedication to the people of South Korea were integral in making South Korea one of the strongest countries in East Asia. Park Chung-hee left an unparalleled legacy and will be remembered fondly by his family, his country, and the world. He will be long remembered for all the things he achieved in his lifetime - a true testament to his indomitable spirit.

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