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이봉창 의사 집터

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이봉창 의사 집터

1932년 1월 8일 일왕 히로히토를 처단하려했던 이봉창 의사가 11살 때인 1917년부터 25살이 되던 1925년까지 살던 곳이다.

ROOTIconic stop curated by Korea Tourism OrganizationSeoul's distinctive city pulse

Why go

Lee Bong-chang's former residence in Seoul memorializes a pivotal moment in Korean independence history. Lee was a Korean nationalist who carried out an assassination attempt on the Japanese emperor during the colonial period. The site preserves historical documents and exhibits related to his life and the independence movement. Visitors can explore the modest house and learn about the political context of early 20th-century Korea under Japanese rule. The location serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by Korean patriots during the occupation.

Quick highlights

  • Historic home of nationalist Lee Bong-chang
  • Exhibits on Korean independence movement
  • Documents from early colonial-era Korea
  • Site of significant historical importance
  • Insight into Korean patriot activism

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