what are the most important historical events of korea?

Answer 1

In 2333 BCE the first kingdom, according to legend, is established called Gojoseon or Joseon. There is still controversy about this.

In about 1500 - 1000 BCE the bronze age

In about the 3rd century BCE the iron age

In about 300 BCE the fall of the Gojoseon and the rise of the 3 Kingdoms; Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla.

From 918 - 1392 the second unification of Korea under the Koryo Dynasty.

In the 1230's Mongol rule Northern part of Korea. Southern Korea is a tributary state.

From 1392 - 20th century 3rd Unification under Joseon

In 1910 Japan annexes Korea. Korea is freed from Japan in 1945 during World War 2. It is divided into 2 occupations zones and later become North and South Korea.

In 1948 The Republic of Korea is born in the South and Democratic People's Republic of Korea is declared in the North.

In 1950 the Korea War starts as North Korea invades South Korea and starts U.S. involvement. The cease fire is signed in 1953 and the war has not been resolved yet.

During the 1950's and 1960's Kim Il-sung consolidates power and gets the economy going with 3 and 5 year plans. He replaces Marxists and Leninists ideas with his own called Juche (self-reliance).

In 1960 The Second Republic in the South is declared.

In 1967 The Thrid Republic is declared in the South after military rule gave way to general elections.

During the 1960's South Korea's economy grew rapidly, while North Korea's grew as well.

1972 The Fourth Republic is declared in the South. This became a dictatorship by 1974.

1979 The Fifth Republic is declared in the South.

In 1987 The Sixth Republic is declared and continues today.

In 1994 Kim Il-sung, leader of North Korea dies and his son Kim Jong-il becomes leader.

In the early 2000's North Korea is pratically straving and food aid from around the world arrives to help in 2001.

Answer 2

North Korea Historical Events

Answer 3

Japan annexes Korea in 1900

Answer 4

Korean War

Answer 5

Sorry, Cupcake, but I'm going to have to refer you to your textbook. It will probably have the most succinct and on point answers to your questions regarding all three countries.
You could also go to the library and ask them to refer you to a book on the History of South East Asia.
This would give you a little bit more well-rounded approach which you could use in your final exam which I assume is fast approaching.

Answer 6

The Korean War and when I was in the country.