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Children’s Day: A Special Day to Nurture Dreams in the Laughter of ChildrenEvery year on May 5th, we celebrate Children's Day, a day to remind ourselves of the preciousness of children and to create a world where they can grow up in happiness and health. This day is not just a celebration but a time to reflect on the rights and well-being of children and to renew our commitment to creating a bet..

Yi Seong-gye: Founder of the Joseon Dynasty and an Important Leader in Korean History Visit Encyclopedia of Korean CultureIntroduction: The Life and Achievements of Yi Seong-gyeYi Seong-gye (李成桂, October 9, 1335 – June 24, 1408) is the founder of the Joseon Dynasty and one of the most significant political leaders in Korean history. He emerged during a time of turmoil at the end of Goryeo and th..

Kim Gu: A Leading Figure in Korean Independence Movement and the Founding of the Republic of KoreaIntroduction: Kim Gu's Life and AchievementsKim Gu (August 29, 1876 – June 26, 1949) is regarded as one of the most important figures in modern Korean history, a key leader of the independence movement and the founding of the Republic of Korea. As the President of the Provisional Government of the R..