Kim Won-kyu
South Korean educator and principal
About Kim Won-kyu
Lived 1945 – 2013 (aged 67). Kim Won-kyu was a South Korean.
Kim, Won Kyu (died 1969) was a Korean educator who founded and was the first principal for what is now known as Seoul High School. His family originates from Hwanghae Province. He is survived by his youngest brother Pablo Jin Kyu Kim and his children. His granddaughter is Suzanne Whang.
Feb 1 1946 Inauguration of the first principal Kim, Won Kyu
Work A tough yet supportive educator, Kim was known as the "Exam Czar" by the general Korean population and credited with Korea's modern entrance exam system by his former students.
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Who was Kim Won-kyu?
South Korean educator and principal
When was Kim Won-kyu born?
Kim Won-kyu was born on 17 October 1945.
When did Kim Won-kyu die?
Kim Won-kyu died on 25 September 2013.
What nationality was Kim Won-kyu?
Kim Won-kyu was South Korean.
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