Essays and Research Papers on Korea & Korean Issues

A 10 page overview of this segment of the Korean War. The author provides a timeline detailing American involvement in the war. Although most major encounters are covered, emphasis is placed on the involvement of the United States Army’s 7th Division, and even more specifically the 57th Field Artillery Unit. Bibliography lists ...

A 10 page overview of this segment of the Korean War. The author provides a timeline detailing American involvement in the war. Although most major encounters are covered, emphasis is placed on the involvement of the United States Army’s 7th Division, and even more specifically the 57th Field Artillery Unit. Bibliography lists ...

A 4 page examination of the contention that Korean nationalistic identity grew in step with the ideologies presented by Korean newspapers. The nationalistic movement we have witnessed in Korea has been particularly progressive in the last two centuries. Schmid obviously wants the reader to conclude that Korea's newspapers, newspapers whose content was guided (particularly during the ...

A 13 page paper discussing South Korea’s economic recession and how the country might choose to address the matter. Currently it is not friendly either to business or to the wealthy, who have the means to establish other businesses that can provide jobs and contribute to overall economic growth. The paper recommends that ...

This 4 page paper discusses the influx of Asian immigrants to the United States after World War II and how it was common for Americans to lump them all together instead of identifying the many different nationalities that actually comprised this influx. Furthermore, this paper delves into the reasons for this misunderstanding of the ...

This 3 page paper discusses the period leading up to Japanese occupation and the degree to which nationlism was helped and hindered by the Japanese occupation and the subsequent split of Korea. Bibliography lists 0 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the period leading up to Japanese occupation and the degree to which nationlism was helped and hindered by the Japanese occupation and the subsequent split of Korea. Bibliography lists 0 sources.

This 5 page paper considers how many countries are providing foreign aid to North Korea. Some argue this is right for humanitarian reasons. Others believe this is wrong due to the failure of food to get to those who need it as it is routed to the military and government supporters. This 5 page ...

A 13 page paper which examines the historic relations between Japan and Korea since the loss of Korean territory to Japan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 13 page paper which examines the historic relations between Japan and Korea since the loss of Korean territory to Japan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page overview of U.S. foreign policy as it has been applied to South Korea since the end of the Korean War. The author clarifies that much of this policy was implemented in response not just to South Korean concerns but to North Korean and Soviet Union concerns. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 12 page paper examines this important movement that began a struggle for the Korean people. Information about reaction to Japan's brutality during the period is also relayed. One first hand account of events is included. Events leading up to the movement, and what would occur shortly afterwards, are noted. Bibliography ...

This 12 page paper examines this important movement that began a struggle for the Korean people. Information about reaction to Japan's brutality during the period is also relayed. One first hand account of events is included. Events leading up to the movement, and what would occur shortly afterwards, are noted. Bibliography ...

A 5 page examination of why South Korea has managed to achieve long-term economic success while other Asian countries have floundered. The author contends that South Korea was successful both because of the mindset of its population and because of the fact that the war had destroyed the built-in constraints that continued to exist ...

A 12 page recap of South Korea's focus on establishing a democracy. The author defines "democracy", traces that definition back into ancient history, and then proceeds to compare South Korea's democracy with more established ones such as the U.S., the U.K., and Canada. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the impact of technology on South Korea's economy, but also looks at the detrimental effects. Propaganda is discussed as well. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 6 page discussion of Kim Ronyoung's "Clay Walls". This paper illustrates the differences between Haesu and Faye and contends that this difference defines the Korean American experience. No additional sources are listed.

This 6 page paper reviews an article about North Korea and its reforms in the early part of the twenty-first century. North Korea's plight is discussed. No additional sources cited.

This is a 10 page paper with discuss the economic relationship between Saudi Arabia and South Korea. The bibliography has 8 sources.

This 6 page paper examines some of the cultural practices that will affect a westerner trying to penetrate the South Korean marketplace. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 18 page paper which is written as an address delivered to members of an international human rights’ organization, which discusses the existence of concentration camps (specifically addressing the camp in Yodok) in North Korea and the flagrant violations of individual rights that are taking place there. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the Korean American experience in Los Angeles, California. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 25 page research paper that examines the topic of jazz education, and, specifically, jazz education in Korea. The writer discusses what jazz is; the nature of jazz education; the place and meaning of jazz in Korea; jazz education in the US (with specific descriptions of curricula); and jazz in Japan before concluding with recommendations ...

A 25 page research paper that examines the topic of jazz education, and, specifically, jazz education in Korea. The writer discusses what jazz is; the nature of jazz education; the place and meaning of jazz in Korea; jazz education in the US (with specific descriptions of curricula); and jazz in Japan before concluding with recommendations ...

This 5 page paper discusses ancient Korean pottery and the influence China had on this art. Bibliography lists 3 sources.