About Kang Ryang-uk
Lived 1904 – 1983 (aged 78). Kang Ryang-uk was a North Korean politician.
Death and legacy
He died on 9 January 1983. Kim Il Sung mourned his death at a ceremony shortly afterward. According to the 12 January 1983 announcement of his death, a state funeral was planned for him.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Kang Ryang-uk?
North Korean politician (1904-1983)
When was Kang Ryang-uk born?
Kang Ryang-uk was born on 7 December 1904 in Taedong.
When did Kang Ryang-uk die?
Kang Ryang-uk died on 9 January 1983 in Pyongyang.
What was Kang Ryang-uk's occupation?
Kang Ryang-uk was a politician.
What nationality was Kang Ryang-uk?
Kang Ryang-uk was North Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kang Ryang-uk. https://biography.guide/kang-ryang-uk/
MLA: "Kang Ryang-uk." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/kang-ryang-uk/.
Chicago: "Kang Ryang-uk." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/kang-ryang-uk/.
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