The soon demise of the Korean Empire's independence, however, meant that the anthem did not become widely available.

Ironically, this increase in Russian influence led to the end of Korean independence.

This spark ignited the public, who took to the streets and demonstrated, calling for Korean independence.

In other words, they believed people should be 'prepared' first for the opportunity of Korean independence.

Korean independence was thus liquidated and Korea was rendered an integral part of the Japanese empire.

One of the first projects undertaken by the paper was an attempt to establish some tangible symbol of Korean independence.

Meanwhile, the Japanese pressed unsuccessfully for international guarantees of Korean independence.

Korean architecture with 20th-century influences did not develop until after Korean independence in 1946.

March 1st Movement, a massive nonviolent demonstration in favor of Korean independence in 1919.

After Korean independence this popular dance was revived.