Contemporary
1945년사건
Liberation & division
With liberation came division: the US and the USSR occupied the peninsula along the 38th parallel.
Key developments
- 1945.8.15Liberation
Japan's surrender ended 35 years of colonial rule, bringing liberation to Korea.
- 38선 설정US-Soviet Division at 38th Parallel
The US and Soviet Union divided Korea at the 38th parallel, occupying the south and north respectively.
- 1945.12Moscow Conference Decision
The three powers agreed on a trusteeship of up to five years, sparking fierce debate within Korea.
- 좌우합작Left-Right Coalition Movement
Moderate leaders attempted to form a unified government through left-right coalition efforts but without success.
- 1948.5.10May 10 General Election
Under UN supervision, South Korea held a separate general election, forming the first Constituent Assembly.