Kim Tu-bong
Kim Tu-bong (March 16, 1886 – 1958) was a Korean linguist, politician, and the first North Korean head of state.
| Kim Tu-bong | |
| Chosŏn'gŭl | 김두봉 |
|---|---|
| Hancha | |
| Revised Romanization | Gim Dubong |
| McCune–Reischauer | Kim Tubong |
| Pen name | |
| Chosŏn'gŭl | 백연 |
| Hancha | |
| Revised Romanization | Baekyeon |
| McCune–Reischauer | Paegyŏn |
Career
In 1946, Kim became Chairman of the Workers Party of North Korea.[1]
From 1948 until 1958, he was Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly.[1]
References
- Lankov, Andrei "Kim Tu-bong and Historical Linguistics," The Korea Times (ROK). September 2, 2007; retrieved 2012-7-24.
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