Historical Events tagged with "sohae"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
North Korea Launches Kwangmyŏngsŏng-4 Rocket
North Korea successfully launched the Kwangmyŏngsŏng-4 rocket, claiming it was a satellite, into space. This action drew significant international backlash as it was viewed as a violation of United Nations resolutions that prohibit North Korea from any ballistic missile tests. The launch, conducted from the Sohae Satellite Launching Station, was marked by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un declaring it a scientific achievement. The timing coincided with growing tensions in the region and was perceived as a challenge to international norms and security.
Continue ReadingNorth Korea's Kwangmyŏngsŏng-3 Unit 2 Launch
North Korea successfully launched the Kwangmyŏngsŏng-3 Unit 2 satellite on December 12, 2012, from its west coast. This event marked North Korea's ambition to join the ranks of space-faring nations. The launch was seen as a demonstration of technological advancement and a source of national pride, despite international concerns regarding potential military applications. The satellite was intended to provide earth observation capabilities and scientific data.
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