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In 1948 South Korea was ranked as one of the world's poorest countries.
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South Korea declared its independence. After that, North Korea invaded South Korea because they wanted to join together with the South under a communist government. This sparked the start of the Korean War.
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South Korea was sustained by crucial US military, economic and political support.
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Students were protesting against the Martial law in the city of Gwangju. That day the army killed at least 200 people as a result.
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South Korea's main source of income is it's industries. The industries have helped the economy grow since the 1980s.
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Constitution was changed to allow direct election of the President. Today the President of South Korea is Moon Jae-In.
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South Korea and North Korea joined the United Nation in 1991.
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South Korea's main exports are electronic products, machinery, motor vehicles, steel, ships, and textiles and clothing. South Korea's exports have been changing since last year.
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