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Dynastic Communism in North Korea

Focus on the world’s last remaining Stalinist state, North Korea, which is also a dynasty with rule passed down through the same family, just like in hereditary kingdoms. Starting from the same point after the division of Korea following World War II, Western-oriented South Korea became one of the richest countries in the world, while communist North Korea became one of the poorest. Explore why.

English
  • Runtime 27 minutes
  • Production Company The Great Courses
  • Created October 5, 2025 by
    lazyEroteme
  • Modified October 5, 2025 by
    lazyEroteme