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Park Chung-hee

Park Chung-hee

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Park Chung-hee

South Korean military leader (1917–1979) who seized power in a 1961 coup d’etat; he was assassinated by the director of his own security force. Letter in Korean, signed in Korean characters, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 9.5 x 13.5, Republic of Korea letterhead, May 23, 1974. Letter of state to Joaquin Balaguer announcing the transfer of Korea’s ambassador to the Dominican Republic. In part (translated): “I am pleased to believe that Mr. Lee, during his mission, devoted all his efforts to strengthening the good understanding and the friendly relations existing between the Republic of Korea and the Republic of Dominica.” Signed at the conclusion by Park Chung-hee, Kim Jong-pil, and Shinyong Lho. In fine condition. Accompanied by an official translation. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #402 - Ended February 13, 2013