Hwang Sun-hui

ModernPoliticianNorth Korea1919 — 2020

Female revolutionary who served the Kim dynasty.

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Quick Facts

Born

1919

Died

2020

Country

North Korea

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)17

Political (20%)34

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)31

Total Score42.4

Hwang Sun-hui — Complete Timeline

1965 AD

Served as Chairwoman of the Korean Democratic Women's UnionPolitical Action

Hwang Sun-hui became Chairwoman of the Korean Democratic Women's Union, a mass organization that mobilized women in support of the state. She used this platform to promote the Kim dynasty's policies.

Women's OrganizationNorth KoreaPolitical Mobilization

Impact: national

1972 AD

Appointed Vice PremierPolitical Action◆ Major

Hwang Sun-hui was appointed Vice Premier of North Korea, becoming one of the highest-ranking female officials in the country's history. She oversaw various economic and social policies under Kim Il-sung.

Political AppointmentNorth KoreaKim Il-sungWomen in Politics

Impact: national

2020 AD

Died at Age 101Other

Hwang Sun-hui died at the age of 101, having served the Kim dynasty for decades. Her long life and career made her a symbol of revolutionary loyalty in North Korea.

DeathNorth KoreaLongevity

Impact: national