Suh Chong Kang
Suh Chong Kang | |
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Kang Suh-chong | |
| Born | September 29, 1929 Shineuju, North Korea |
| Died | January 30, 2022 (aged 92) |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Occupation | martial artist |
| Known for | establishing Taekwondo in the United States |
| Children | 3 sons, all Tae Kwon Do Grand Masters and teachers |
| Awards | Taekwondo Hall of Fame |
| Suh Chong Kang | |
| Hangul | 강서종 |
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| Revised Romanization | Gang Seojong |
| McCune–Reischauer | Kang Sŏjong |
Kang Suh-chong was a South Korean-born martial artist and instructor who was a central figure in the establishment of Taekwondo in the United States.