Historical Events tagged with "april revolution"
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Politics & Government
Syngman Rhee Resigns Amid April Revolution
April 26th, 1960 65 years ago
After widespread protests against electoral fraud and oppressive governance, Syngman Rhee resigned from the presidency of South Korea. The April Revolution highlighted frustrations over his authoritarian rule and spurred demands for democratic reforms. The movement was marked by student activism, particularly from Daegu, and massive demonstrations across the nation, leading to significant political change and the end of Rhee’s 12-year tenure.
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