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Song Young-moo

b. 1949

South Korean Minister of National Defense, retired Admiral

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About Song Young-moo

Born 1949. Song Young-moo is a South Korean military personnel.

Song Young-moo (; born 24 February 1949) is a former South Korean Minister of Defense.

Career He is a former Republic of Korea Navy admiral who served as the Chief of Naval Operations. Song was previously serving as the Chair Professor of the Military and Police College at Konyang University before President Moon Jae's presidential campaign started in 2017 where he worked as the top security adviser on defense issues.

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Important facts

Born
24 February 1949, Nonsan
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Military personnel
Nationality
South Korea
Education
Daejeon High School, Korea National Defense University, Korea Naval Academy, Kyungnam University
Positions held
Chief of Naval Operations, Minister of National Defence of South Korea
Employers
Konyang University

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Song Young-moo?

South Korean Minister of National Defense, retired Admiral

When was Song Young-moo born?

Song Young-moo was born on 24 February 1949 in Nonsan.

What is Song Young-moo's occupation?

Song Young-moo is a military personnel.

What nationality is Song Young-moo?

Song Young-moo is South Korean.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Song Young-moo

· Wikidata: Q31179461

· DBpedia: Song Young-moo

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