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Rhee at 80 Seeks Unification Dream in Korea
Seoul report on Syngman Rhee turning 80 highlights his lifelong goal of unifying North and South Korea. The piece notes his ailing mobility after surgery, wartime leadership, ties with the United States, and his sustained resolve despite mixed reactions from allies. It cites his 1940s opposition to Geneva, the 700 million dollar U.S. aid package, and the recent honor of the Medal of Freedom with gold palm.
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Sid White
Seoul
INS
South Korea
Syngman Rhee
North
South
Republic of Korea
Rhee
Far East
Asia
U.N
Ger. John E. Hull
U.S
Medal of Freedom
United Nations
ROK
United States
Korea
Congress
Ellis O. Briggs
Washington