Field Coverage

Republic of Korea Holds Presidential Election

1 August 1952

Republic of Korea citizens participated in the first direct presidential election held by popular ballot since the founding of the Republic in 1948. Interest in the election was keen as people throughout the country flocked to the polls to register their preference. It is estimated that about 7 million ballots were cast. Members of the United Nations Commission for the Unification and Rehabilitation of Korea (UNCURK) observed the election.
From left to right: Civil Assistance Command Officer Col. Waino A. Lauri; Mr. Seu Byongik, Central Government Office Official from the Kyonggi Province and UNCURK delegate from Australia Mr. James Plimsoll look over a packet of ballots to be used in the election.

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