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2010 in North Korea

Explore 3 historical events and records for North Korea in 2010.

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Historical records for North Korea in 2010

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March

26 March 2010

Cheonan Sinking

Jong Il, Kim · Yellow Sea · Leader of North Korea · Warfare / Inter-Korean Conflict

South Korea blames North Korea for sinking Cheonan.

September

28 September 2010

Public Succession Debut

Jong Un, Kim · Pyongyang · Designated Successor · Government / Workers Party of Korea

Appears in senior party roles before succession.

November

23 November 2010

Yeonpyeong Shelling

Jong Il, Kim · Yeonpyeong Island · Leader of North Korea · Warfare / Inter-Korean Conflict

North Korea shells Yeonpyeong Island.

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