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1998 in North Korea

Explore 2 historical events and records for North Korea in 1998.

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Historical records for North Korea in 1998

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August

31 August 1998

Taepodong Launch

Jong Il, Kim · Musudan-ri · Leader of North Korea · Warfare / Missile Program

North Korea launches a Taepodong rocket over Japan.

September

5 September 1998

NDC Chairman Reconfirmed

Jong Il, Kim · Pyongyang · Chairman of National Defence Commission · Government / Government of North Korea

Is reconfirmed as National Defence Commission chairman.

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