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Runaway soldier: American detained in North Korea

The Intelligence from The Economist

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The Uncertainty of Defection: Travis King's Case

This chapter examines Private Travis King's abrupt decision to cross into North Korea, detailing his background and the potential implications of his actions. It contextualizes his defection within historical precedents and the complex dynamics of U.S.-North Korea relations.

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