Audible Anarchism Anarchism in Korea by Dongyoun Hwang
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Aug 31, 2024 Dongyoun Hwang, an expert on Korean anarchism, delves into the rich history of anarchism in Korea. He discusses its pivotal role in the early 20th century independence movement against Japanese colonialism. Listeners will discover the formation of influential anarchist groups and their connections to global movements. Hwang highlights the relentless fight for political freedom and social change, painting a vivid picture of how these ideals shaped Korea's struggle for independence.
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Nationalism And Transnational Anarchism
- Korean anarchism combined anti-colonial nationalism with social-revolutionary anarchist ideals in the 1920s.
- Transnational exchanges with Chinese, Japanese, and Russian anarchists shaped its unique mix of independence and social revolution.
Exiles Built Anarchist Institutions In China
- Korean exiles formed anarchist groups in China like the Black Youth Alliance and the Korean Anarchist Federation in the 1920s.
- They ran projects such as the National Shanghai Labor University and rural self-defense and education experiments in Kwanju.
Korean Anarchists Active In Japan
- Korea-based anarchists in Japan formed groups like the Black Friends Society and published journals such as Fat Korean and Contemporary Society.
- Park Yeol led efforts until his 1923 arrest alongside Kaneko Fumiko for an alleged plot against the emperor.