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2017 TaLK Orientation Presentation (UPDATED)
This document provides an overview of Korean culture and history. It discusses Korea's transition through different periods and dynasties over 5000 years. It describes the impact of Japanese occupation from 1910 to 1945 and the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. It highlights some major cultural and historical events such as the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics, the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis, and Korea co-hosting the 2002 FIFA World Cup. The document provides context on Korea's development and challenges over the centuries to the present day.
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