Politics · South Korea · 2 hrs ago
Do Myeon-hoe appointed secretary-general of Korea's Independence Hall
The Independence Hall of Korea appointed historian Do Myeon-hoe as its 16th secretary-general on Oct.
22.
Do, 66, was chosen through an open recruitment process.
He holds bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in Korean history from Seoul National University.
He taught history and cultural studies at Daejeon University from 2002 until last year.
His work includes researching modern Korean history and writing history textbooks, as well as efforts to make history more accessible.
The institution said it expects his experience to help shape its future and strengthen its connection with the public.
Korea's Independence Hall appointed historian Do Myeon-hoe as its 16th secretary-general on October 22.
Do, 66, was appointed after an open recruitment process.
He earned bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in Korean history from Seoul National University.
He was a professor of history and cultural studies at Daejeon University from 2002 until 2025.
The hall said it expects his experience to help advance its future work with the public.
- Who
- Do Myeon-hoe, a historian aged 66.
- What
- He was appointed the 16th secretary-general of Korea's Independence Hall.
- When
- October 22, 2026.
- Where
- Korea's Independence Hall in Cheonan, South Korea.
- Why
- The hall said it expects his historical expertise and practical experience to contribute to its future work. The specific reason for his selection was not stated.
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- Appointment
- 16th secretary-general
- Appointee
- Do Myeon-hoe, 66
- Appointment date
- October 22, 2026
- Education
- Bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in Korean history from Seoul National University
- Previous post
- Professor at Daejeon University from 2002 to 2025
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What people are saying
We expect the new secretary-general to contribute to the future advancement of the Independence Hall with the people, based on the experience and practical knowledge he has built up in the field of history.