Is Roh Tae-woo A-List?

Involved in Military Coup

Key figure in the military coup that brought Chun Doo-hwan to power.

Accepts Direct Elections

Made a famous declaration accepting direct presidential elections.

Elected President

Elected as President of South Korea.

Leaves Office

Steps down from the presidency at the end of his term.

Convicted of Corruption

Convicted of bribery and corruption related to his presidency.

Controversial Legacy

Remembered for democratization, but marred by corruption conviction.