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Kim Du-han (; May 15, 1918 – November 21, 1972), also spelled Kim Doo-han, was a Kkangpae, anti-communist activist, soldier, politician and the son of Kim Chwajin. His art name was Uisong ().
Despite his tumultuous youth, he took pride in being the son of General Kim Jwa-jin and engaged in activities such as blowing up Japanese armories and protecting Korean merchants, earning a reputation as a "Noble outlaw." He was considered to be the greatest fist fighter in Korea during his time.
After the founding of the South Korean government, Kim continued his anti-communist and youth activism, serving as a senior member of the Federation of Korean Trade Unions and the Chief of Staff of the Korean Student Volunteer Corps. In 1954, he was elected as an independent candidate to the 3rd National Assembly, representing the Jongno constituency in Seoul. In 1965, he was elected again in a by-election for the 6th National Assembly, representing Yongsan District.
Shortly after joining the 6th National Assembly, Kim was imprisoned at Seodaemun Prison in connection with the "Han-guk Independence Party Conspiracy Case." However, a resolution for his release was supported by 106 votes from both opposition and ruling party members of the National Assembly, leading to his release.
Kim's political career took a dramatic turn during the "Saccharin Smuggling Scandal" in the National Assembly. In a shocking and unprecedented act, he threw excrement at cabinet ministers, leading to what became known as the "National Assembly Excrement-Throwing Incident." This act resulted in his imprisonment once again at Seodaemun Prison, marking an infamous chapter in South Korea's parliamentary history. He eventually resigned from his position in 1966, bringing an end to his unique political career.
Kim Du-han was the father of South Korean politician, Kim Eul-dong, and the grandfather to her son, South Korean actor Song Il-gook.
Political career
After Korea's liberation, Kim joined Syngman Rhee's Liberal Party, where he served as a politician. He served as inspector general of the Korean Youth Corps, led by figures such as Syngman Rhee, Kim Ku, and Shin Ik-hee. He was actively involved in anti-communist activities, becoming a leading figure in the anti-communist movement. However, he engaged in violent methods, including acts of killing during this struggle. In 1948, Kim Du-han was sentenced to death by an American military tribunal for the murder of Jeong Jin-ryong, a leading member of the Communist Party of Korea. He was imprisoned in Okinawa but escaped execution when his case was later transferred to the newly formed South Korean government, which quickly had him released.
Personal life
After retiring from politics, Kim Du-han died in November 1972 due to hypertension. He is buried in Sinsegae Memorial Park in Jangheung-myeon, Yangju, Gyeonggi Province.
In popular culture
His most famous role was as the inspiration for Lookism's Gapryong Kim
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Categories: 1918 Births, 1972 Deaths, South Korean Gangsters, Andong Kim Clan, South Korean Anti-communists, South Korean Assassins, South Korean People Convicted Of Murder, South Korean Prisoners Sentenced To Death, Anti-communist Terrorism In South Korea, Korean Nationalist Assassins, Members Of The National Assembly, South Korean Buddhists, White Shirts Society, Civilians Who Were Court-martialed, Prisoners And Detainees Of South Korea, People Convicted Of Murder By The United States Military, Prisoners Sentenced To Death By The United States Military
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