Japanese Colonial Period
1945년사건
Liberation
With Japan's surrender, Korea reclaimed its nation after 35 years.
Key developments
- 일본의 항복Japan's Surrender
On August 15, 1945, Japan surrendered unconditionally to the Allies, ending the Pacific War.
- 35년 만의 해방Liberation After 35 Years
Thirty-five years after losing sovereignty in 1910, Korea broke free of colonial rule and gained liberation.
- 미·소 분할 점령US-Soviet Division
The joy of liberation was brief as the US and USSR divided and occupied the peninsula at the 38th parallel.