27 May Incident

The 27 May Incident refers to a significant event in South Korean history when a military coup or political upheaval took place around May 27, 1961. It was primarily driven by military leaders aiming to stabilize the country amid political chaos after President Park Chung-hee’s rise to power. The incident led to the military assuming authority, which resulted in the suspension of the government, the dissolution of the National Assembly, and the establishment of a military-led regime. This event marked a turning point in South Korea’s political development, ultimately paving the way for Park’s authoritarian rule and later efforts toward modernization.