Authors: Nam-Gil, Ha; Mangan, J.A.

Source: The International Journal of the History of Sport, Volume 19, Numbers 2-3, Numbers 2-3/July 01, 2002 , pp. 157-188(32)

Publisher: Routledge, part of the Taylor & Francis Group

Abstract:

The progress of modern sport in Korea since the end of the Second World War has been striking - symbolized by the successful hosting of the Seoul Olympic Games and the co-hosting in 2002 of the FIFA World Cup. Progress can be explained essentially in terms of the exertion of political power, influence and will as the motivation to present a modern national image. In recent Korean history, as never before, sport, nationalism and politics have been tightly enmeshed.

Keywords: Korea; modern sport; Seoul Olympic Games; 2002 FIFA World Cup; nationalism

Document Type: Research article

Publication date: 2002-07-01

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