Lee Han-lim (general)
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Lee Han-lim (Korean: 이한림; Hanja: 李翰林; 10 February 1921 – 29 April 2012) was a South Korean soldier, entrepreneur, politician, and diplomat. He was born in Anbyun, Hamgyeongnam-do, and his pen name is Jeongam. He's Chang's name is Kazumi Kanrin (香住翰林). He is known for his political neutrality and being the only commanding officer to declare public opposition to the May 16 coup.[1]
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Lee Han-lim | |
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Born | (1921-02-10)10 February 1921 Anbyon County, Korea, Empire of Japan |
Died | 29 April 2012(2012-04-29) (aged 91) |
Allegiance | Manchukuo South Korea |
Service/ | Manchukuo Imperial Army Republic of Korea Army |
Rank | Lieutenant General |
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Alma mater | University of California, Santa Barbara Harvard University |
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He served as commander of the 6th Army Corps, the 1st Army, Minister of Construction, and President of the Korea Tourism Organization. He is a collateral descendant of Lee Seung-hun (李承薰, baptismal name Peter), a martyr of the Sinyu Persecution and the first baptized son of the Roman Catholic Church in Korea.[2]