Korean Independence...

In 1919, Korea sent a declaration of independence to Governor General Hasegawa Yoshimichi in Seoul and set up a provisional government in Shanghai, China. Uprisings against the Japanese occupation eventually lead to Korean autonomy in 1945.

Samil Undong (삼일 운동) or "March 1st Movement" was celebrated today. Also remembered is 17 year old Yu Gwan-sun, an Ehwa High School student who organized anti-Japanese protests, was arrested and died in Seodaemun Prison.