Martial Law and Political Turmoil in South Korea

This chapter examines a turbulent period in South Korea marked by the controversial declaration of martial law, which stirred memories of past authoritarian rule. It unfolds the rapid political upheaval following the announcement, leading to impeachment votes and instability within the government. The narrative highlights the troubling emergence of authoritarian tendencies within a country previously seen as a democracy, juxtaposed against a backdrop of civic unrest and historical trauma.