Heo Jeong

ModernPoliticianKorea1896 — 1988

Acting president of South Korea after April Revolution.

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Quick Facts

Born

1896

Died

1988

Country

Korea

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)16

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)29

Total Score38.7

Heo Jeong — Complete Timeline

1951 AD

Service as Prime Minister under Syngman RheePolitical Action◆ Major

Heo Jeong served as Prime Minister of South Korea from 1951 to 1952 during the Korean War. He managed wartime administration and reconstruction efforts, though his tenure was marked by political instability.

Korean WarGovernmentAdministration

Impact: national

1953 AD

Role in the Korean War Armistice NegotiationsPolitical Action◆ Major

Heo Jeong participated in the armistice negotiations that ended the Korean War, serving as a senior advisor to the South Korean government. He advocated for South Korean interests during the talks.

Korean WarArmisticeDiplomacy

Impact: national

1960 AD

Appointment as Acting President after April RevolutionPolitical Action◆ Major

Following the April Revolution that ousted President Syngman Rhee, Heo Jeong served as acting president of South Korea from April to August 1960. He oversaw the transition to the Second Republic and the drafting of a new constitution.

April RevolutionGovernment TransitionConstitution

Impact: national

Resignation from Acting PresidencyPolitical Action

Heo Jeong resigned as acting president after the election of Yun Bo-seon as president and Chang Myon as prime minister. He stepped down peacefully, allowing the new government to take office.

Government TransitionResignationDemocracy

Impact: national