Is Choi Kyu-hah A-List?

Begins Diplomatic Service

Starts in the foreign service, building his political career.

Appointed Prime Minister

Becomes Prime Minister under Park Chung-hee, gaining executive experience.

Becomes President of South Korea

Ascends to the presidency after Park's assassination in a turbulent period.

Removed in Military Coup

Ousted from power by Chun Doo-hwan's military coup, ending his brief presidency.

Choi Kyu-hah Dies

Dies, remembered for his brief and transitional presidency.

Remembered as Transitional Figure

Choi is remembered as a transitional figure in South Korean history, overshadowed by the events surrounding his presidency.