The Gwangju Uprising was a significant pro-democracy movement that took place in May 1980 in Gwangju, South Korea. Citizens protested against the military dictatorship of Chun Doo-hwan, demanding democratic reforms and an end to martial law. The uprising began on May 18, when students and citizens gathered to voice their frustrations, leading to a violent crackdown by the government.
Over the next few days, the protests escalated, and the military responded with force, resulting in numerous casualties. The Gwangju Uprising became a symbol of resistance against oppression and played a crucial role in South Korea's eventual transition to democracy in the late 1980s.