MAY 18: Violence, Blood, Sorrow
Edited by Dr.David Shaffer. At the mention of “May,” the first thought that still comes to mind for many residents of Gwangju is the “Gwangju Incident” (광주사태, Gwangju-satae), as it … Read More
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A Petal 꽃잎
Written by Cole Clouse The violence that occurred in Gwangju on May 18, 1980 is referred to in various ways: The Gwangju Uprising (in historical text), the May 18 Democratic … Read More
5.18 Memorial Park
Situated In Sangmu Lays The 5.18 Memorial Park; A Touching Tribute to the 250 Students That Lost Their Lives During the Korean Uprising.
Cha Sanggu
Artistry and Authenticity as a “Synthetic Korean” Photos courtesy of Cha Sanggu At first glance, Cha Sanggu looks more like a K-pop idol’s bodyguard than an actual artist. As a … Read More
Behind the Myth: Did North Korea Help Gwangju’s May 18 Uprising?
Were North Koreans partially responsible for the democratic uprising in Gwangju?
Nine Bullets: a solo exhibition
“Nine Bullets” has come to Gwangju.
Not Over Yet: Poetry on the May 18 Democratic Uprising
Ah, May! Gwangju is not over yet.
Ultimate Frisbee: Gwangju Uprising
The Gwangju Uprising competes in the ROK Ultimate League based in Daegu, which was founded in 2009 by Marty Nedjelski.