Jeju Uprising

The Jeju Uprising, also known as the Jeju April 3 Incident, occurred from 1948 to 1954 on Jeju Island in South Korea. It began as a protest against the government's oppressive policies and lack of democratic rights after World War II. The uprising was met with severe military repression, leading to widespread violence, thousands of deaths, and many civilians being imprisoned or killed. The conflict highlighted the struggle for political freedom and left a lasting impact on South Korean society, influencing discussions around human rights and government accountability in the years that followed.