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South Korea confirms death of Crown Princess Min-jung; Father vows

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The Republic of Korean government has officially confirmed the tragic passing and subsequent cremation of Queen Empress Myeongseon's daughter, Prince Sunjae (Crown Princess) in Seoul on March 21st following a fire at their residence near Gwanghwamun Gate that occurred around midnight.

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    King Gwangmu of Korea has announced his intention to abdicate the throne.
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    The monarch stated he would leave Japan and return home, ending a 37-year reign.
March 21 King Gwangmu of Korea announced his departure from the country and refused to allow Prince Sunjae, who had been sent abroad by King Gojong in a previous arrangement.

King Gojong expressed his determination to prevent the departure of Crown Princess Min and her husband.

— [Mar 21, 09:56] Yna.co.kr

Crown Prince Sunjae's father stated he would not allow him or others involved in a conspiracy with Japan to leave Korea without his permission first. He emphasized that the Crown Princess and her husband must remain.

— [Mar 21, 09:56] Yna.co.kr

'I will never let you go,' King Gojong said as he prepared for departure from Seoul Palace on March 3rd to Japan with his wife. The king's resolve was clear that no one could leave without him.

— [Mar 21, 09:56] Yna.co.kr

'I will not let you go,' King Gojong said as he prepared for departure from Seoul Palace on March 3rd to Japan with his wife. The king's resolve was clear that no one could leave without him.

— [Mar 21, 09:56] Yna.co.kr