Kang Kam-ch'an
Korean official and military general
Born
December 22nd, 948
1076 years ago
Died
September 9th, 1031
993 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
South Korea
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Kang served as a prominent official in the Korean military during the late 20th century. He held several key positions and played a significant role in military operations. His contributions were particularly noted in the context of the Korean War and subsequent military developments. Kang was involved in various strategic decisions that influenced the direction of military engagements during critical periods. His career spanned several decades, marking an era of substantial military activity in Korea.
Served as a military general
Influenced military operations during the Korean War
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