The History of Gwangju
Written by An Se-in, in cooperation with Hong Chang-woo Photographs courtesy of Gwangju Metropolitan City Originally published March 2014 #145 What is Gwangju? Gwangju has been called the city of … Read More
Category: Jeolla History
The Cruelty of Spring: Looking Back at the April 19 Student Protests in Seoul
Written by Wilson Melbostad Photographs courtesy of the 4.19 Revolution Documentary Heritage to the UNESCO Memory of the World Most of those residing in Gwangju know that with the onset … Read More
Nosa School
A fascinating insight into the Neo-Confucianism ideals that were strongly believed and adhered to in Korea and led to the development of the Nosa School.
Whose History?
The announcement from President Park Geun-hye that, in 2017, secondary schools would study history from government issued textbooks is raising alarm & protest.
Faith and Action: The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is especially familiar around the Christmas holiday period, but it is at work all year round in Gwangju, helping those in need.
The Nosa School and Western Influence
Another fascinating historical insight focusing on the French invasion of Korea in 1866, which destroyed the trust in Western ideals and influences.
Joella History: Yang Ban Culture
They could not touch money with their own hands and they could not take off their socks when it was hot. The life of a “yangban,”, the ruling class of the Joseon Era.
The Origin of Jangxi
From expensive herbs to illegal dealings, the story of how a five-day market became the built up department stores it is today