Kim Jong-il
Second Supreme Leader of North Korea
ποΈFebruary 16, 1941 - December 17, 2011
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πBiography
Kim Jong-il was the Supreme Leader of North Korea, succeeding his father Kim Il-sung. He is known for his "Songun" (military-first) politics and developing the country's nuclear program.
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea
- β¦Developed North Korea's nuclear program
- β¦Implemented Songun politics
π¬Famous Quotes
"There is nothing we cannot do in this world.
"We must turn our country into an impregnable fortress.
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