Korean War Heroes and World of Taiheiki during the War Mobilization Period : Focusing on Media Articles Published on the Korean Peninsula

2021 ◽  
Vol 54 ◽  
pp. 269-295
Author(s):  
Caemin Han ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Korean Peninsula ◽  
Korean War ◽  
War Mobilization

scholarly journals Emotional preparation for the unification of Korea: Through the embracement, forgiveness and love shown in the Gospel of Matthew

2020 ◽  
Vol 76 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
In-Cheol Shin
Keyword(s):  
Korean Peninsula ◽  
Gospel Of Matthew ◽  
Korean War ◽  
Biblical Theology ◽  
Clear Cut ◽  
The Past ◽  
The Korean War ◽  
Matthean Community ◽  
Definite Solution

The greatest wish of the Baeda l people, or South Koreans, living in the Korean Peninsula is the unification of Korea. However, even when it has been 70 years since the outbreak of the Korean War, the two Koreas that used to be one nation are still in conflict. There have been many discourses on unification over the past 70 years, but these discourses still fail to create clear rules and a framework for unification. Discourses from the perspective of biblical theology offer insight regarding the problems at stake as well as alternatives, but they do not offer perspectives on a definite solution. This article, in line with its statement on biblical theology, does not pretend to contribute to a clear-cut solution to meet the challenge of Korea’s unification. Rather, this article intends to contribute to the formation of an emotional consensus that can contribute to the unification of Korea by looking at the teachings about peace in the Gospel of Matthew. The article explores whether the notion of embracement, forgiveness and love written during the conflict between the Matthean community and Formative Judaism can be applied to help create an emotional bond between the two Koreas. The terms embracement, forgiveness and love found in the Gospel of Matthew are upheld as symbolising peace derived from opposition and conflict. Jesus taught us to overcome situations of opposition and conflict through embracement, forgiveness and love.Contribution: The purpose and contribution of this article was to discuss if the notions of embracement, forgiveness and love found in the Gospel of Matthew can be helpful for the emotional preparation of the peaceful unification of the Korean Peninsula by comparing the situations reflected in the Gospel of Matthew and that of the Korean Peninsula.

(Re)mapping the Yanggongju and the Camptown in Shin Sang-ok's Hellflower

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 43-66
Author(s):  
Laura Ha Reizman
Keyword(s):  
Korean Peninsula ◽  
Korean War ◽  
The South ◽  
Military Dictatorship ◽  
New Era ◽  
South Korean ◽  
Us Military ◽  
The Korean War ◽  
Love Triangle

The Korean War (1950–53) changed the material and affective landscape of the Korean peninsula and ushered in a new era ruled by a military dictatorship dependent on US military power. With bases dotting the South Korean peninsula, former agricultural villages became camptowns that catered to the needs of American soldiers. This article focuses on the South Korean melodrama Chiokhwa (Hellflower, 1958), directed by Shin Sang-ok, which narrates a love triangle between two brothers and Sonya, a camptown prostitute or yanggongju. It examines the role of the postwar environment in constructing the spaces of the subject. Using the yanggongju figure as a technology of postwar memory, this work reevaluates the ecology of ruination left in the wake of the Korean War—as portrayed through Sonya, scenes of the city, the camptown, the base, and the surrounding fields and marshes—to explore the sense of loss and displacement of this period.

Epilogue

2019 ◽  
pp. 127-132
Author(s):  
Suhi Choi
Keyword(s):  
Korean Peninsula ◽  
Korean War ◽  
The Other ◽  
The Korean War ◽  
A Site

How would the reunification of two Koreans impact the case of memorializing the Korean War? The unified land of Korea itself will present a unique memorial site of the Korean War that is filled with cacophonous sets of objects, rituals, and bodies. Such a site will provoke us to witness many ironic puzzles of memories: one’s oppressive ideology could be another’s legitimate saga; victims at a memorial on one side could be recalled as perpetrators in a memorial on the other side; and heroes of one site could be villains of the other. Surely, the unified land of Korea will increase the chances that we will see not only the enmeshed lines among victims, heroes, and perpetrators of both war realities, but also our acts of remembering themselves. It will become a revived palimpsest that invites us to uncover complex layers of memories that conflict with one another and thus are not wrapped up merely with the narrative in hegemony. In these ways, the reunification of the two Koreas potentially will transform the Korean Peninsula from a topography of terror into a subversive platform of empathic mourning.

Britain's Retreat East of Suez and the Conundrum of Korea 1968–1974

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 76-95
Author(s):  
Tae Joon Won
Keyword(s):  
United Nations ◽  
Korean Peninsula ◽  
Korean War ◽  
Military Conflict ◽  
Korean Waters ◽  
The Korean War ◽  
Foreign Office ◽  
The United Nations ◽  
Anglo American ◽  
The 1960S

This article examines the discussions and decisions which occurred within the British government concerning Britain's military involvement in the Korean peninsula at a time when Britain was pulling out of its military obligations in Asia – colloquially known as the ‘retreat East of Suez’ – in the late 1960s and the early 1970s. After the end of the Korean War, Britain created the Commonwealth Liaison Mission in Seoul and provided a frigate for use in Korean waters by the American-led United Nations Command and British soldiers for the United Nations Honour Guard. When relations between North and South Korea reached crisis point at the end of the 1960s, London was concerned that Britain could be entangled in an unaffordable military conflict in the Korean peninsula. The Ministry of Defence therefore argued for the abolition of the commitment of the British frigate, but the Foreign Office opposed this initiative so as to mitigate the blow to Anglo-American relations caused by Britain's refusal to commit troops to Vietnam. When Edward Heath's government negotiated a Five Power Defence Agreement with Singapore, Malaysia, Australia and New Zealand in April 1971, the Ministry of Defence was, despite the objections of the Foreign Office, finally successful in repealing the frigate commitment for reasons of overstretching military resources. Furthermore, the Ministry of Defence then called for the abolition of the Commonwealth Liaison Mission altogether when it was then discovered that the British contingent of the United Nations Honour Guard would have to fight under the command of the United Nations Commander in case of a military conflict in the Korean peninsula. But this proposal too was rebuffed by the Foreign Office, concerned that such a move would greatly damage Anglo-Korean relations at a time when Britain was considering establishing diplomatic relations with North Korea.

TRENDS

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1951 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 150-152
Keyword(s):  
Child Care ◽  
Medical Care ◽  
General Practitioners ◽  
Korean War ◽  
Health Departments ◽  
State Health ◽  
Medical Societies ◽  
The Korean War ◽  
The Status ◽  
War Mobilization

IS THERE to be another EMIC program? This question is heard again in Washington, in various state health departments, in gatherings of interested persons, and among those physicians primarily concerned: pediatricians, obstetricians and general practitioners. It is not our purpose to argue for or against an EMIC rebirth, but rather to report the status of the proposals which have already appeared, bearing in mind that the scene may have shifted much or little between the present date (May 28) and the appearance of this column. As the tempo of the Korean War and war mobilization increased during the early months of this year, it was hardly surprising that consideration should again be given to medical care for the wives and infants of service men. In February there were informal discussions between the Children's Bureau staff and the AMA. In early March, the Committee on Maternal and Child Care of the AMA Council on Medical Services met and discussed the possibility of revival of EMIC. Those attending this meeting included Dr. Lull and others from the AMA, Miss Lenroot, Dr. Blain and Dr. Daley from the Children's Bureau and Drs. Barba, Webb and Christopherson from the Academy. A questionnaire to elicit comments on the EMIC had been sent out to District and State Chairmen of the Academy, to all State Medical Societies, to individual pediatricians and obstetricians and to others who had been vocal about the old EMIC.

scholarly journals UNITED STATES-NORTH KOREA RAPPROCHEMENT: AVERTING A NUCLEAR HOLOCAUST

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 81-89
Author(s):  
Aman Ullah ◽  
Waseem Ishaque ◽  
Muhammad Usman Ullah
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Korean Peninsula ◽  
North Korea ◽  
Korean War ◽  
Regional Organizations ◽  
Stable Environment ◽  
Sustainable Peace ◽  
The World ◽  
The Korean War

The situation in the Korean Peninsula has generally remained uncertain since the time of the Korean war. President Trumps proverbs of fire and fury, Rocket Man and now a valuable partner are gradual transformations, which have been appreciated by the world at large, yet fragility and lack of trust among the key contenders North Korea (DPRK), USA and South Kora may lead to strategic miscalculation and undo the process of confidence-building. The efforts of Russia and China are commendable as these are contributing to a stable environment; however, the world is witnessing these developments with cautious optimism due to the impulsive nature of opposing leaders. On an optimistic note, Chairman Kim and President Trump want to move forward for a reasonable settlement. The leadership on both sides, the global players and regional organizations will have to work for hand in gloves for sustainable peace as failure is the worst option.

scholarly journals ANALYSIS OF INDONESIA'S DEFENSE DIPLOMACY IN FACING THE CRISIS ON THE KOREAN PENINSULA TO MAINTAIN THE STABILITY OF THE SOUTHEAST ASIAN REGION

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 69
Author(s):  
Chayu Amrita Nanda ◽  
Yoedhi Swastanto ◽  
Amarulla Octavian
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
World War Ii ◽  
Korean Peninsula ◽  
Korean War ◽  
Constructivist Theory ◽  
Regional Security ◽  
World War ◽  
Nuclear Testing ◽  
The Korean War ◽  
The Stability

<p>In a security perspective, the territory of Indonesia and the Southeast Asia region as a whole are strategic areas in economic, political and military aspects. This condition also has complex potential challenges and risks for creating tension among countries. After the Korean War and World War II the development of the crisis on the Korean Peninsula continued. North Korea chose to build and to increase its military capabilities. Indonesia as one of the adjacent countries to the Korean Peninsula, could get an impact to the sovereignty and security of the country. Especially caused by North Korea’s nuclear testing activities. This study aims to determine the form of Indonesian Defense Diplomacy and how the roles of the involved actors in responding to the issue. By using qualitative research methods, this study discusses the issue with constructivist theory and the concept of defense diplomacy for the analysis. The result of this research is a form of Indonesian defense diplomacy in response to the crisis on the Korean Peninsula.</p><p><strong>Keywords</strong>: ASEAN, defense diplomacy, denuclearization, defense strategy, regional security</p>

scholarly journals The development of musical and singing culture and sociopolitical situation on the Korean Peninsula from the liberation to the Korean War

2020 ◽  
pp. 161-170
Author(s):  
Aleksandr Gruzdev
Keyword(s):  
Korean Peninsula ◽  
Korean War ◽  
Social Situation ◽  
Social Background ◽  
Right Wing ◽  
Left Wing ◽  
Korean Music ◽  
The Korean War ◽  
The Right ◽  
The Impact

The subject of this research is the impact of sociopolitical situation on the Korean Peninsula upon the establishment and development of musical culture of the Koreans since 1945 to the beginning of the Korean War. The goal is to demonstrate the effect of political and social situation upon music and songs of the Koreans, as well as outline the vectors of their development during the period under review. In the course of research, the author analyzes the historical, political and social background, within the framework of which was formed the musical and song tradition of the Koreans of that time. The article also traces the evolution of Korean music and song genre and the factors that exerted influence on it. The Russian Korean studies do not feature comprehensive research dedicated to musical and song culture of the Koreans of the period after liberation from the Japanese Rule, which defines novelty of this work. The conclusion is made that the political and social situation on the Korean Peninsula significantly influences the development of music and song genre. The two categories of music performers were determined: politicized and non-politicized. Politicized performers were represented by the supporters of left-wing views or right-wing views. The adherers of left-wing views sought for a new path of development of the Korean music, while the right-wing supporters used the motifs already familiar to the Korean public. Non-politicizes music performers and singers followed the popular trends among the audience, which was influenced by the presence of US military on the Korean Peninsula.

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