Syngman Rhee
President
Syngman Rhee (Korean: 이승만 I Seungman, pronounced [iː sʰɯŋ.man]; April 18, 1875 – July 19, 1965) was a Korean statesman and the first president of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea as well as the first president of South Korea. His three-term presidency of South Korea (August 1948 to April 1960) was strongly affected by Cold War tensions on the Korean peninsula.Rhee was regarded as an anti-Communist and a strongman, and he led South Korea through the Korean War. His presidency ended in resignation following popular protests against a disputed election. He died in exile in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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| Birth date | April 18, 1875 |
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| Birth place | North Korea , Joseon , Hwanghae , Haeju |
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| Date of death | July 19, 1965 |
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| Place of death | Hawaii , Honolulu , United States |
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| Education | George Washington University |
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