Gwangju Uprising

The Gwangju Uprising was a pro-democracy movement in South Korea that occurred in May 1980. Citizens in Gwangju protested against the military dictatorship of General Chun Doo-hwan, demanding political freedom and human rights. The government violently suppressed the protests, resulting in significant casualties. Over several days, residents organized a resistance against the military, which was met with brutal force. Despite its tragic conclusion, the uprising became a symbol of resistance against authoritarian rule and played a pivotal role in South Korea's eventual transition to democracy. It remains a significant chapter in modern Korean history.