1980 in South Korea

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1980
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South Korea
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See also: Other events in 1980
Years in South Korea
Timeline of Korean history
1980 in North Korea
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Miss Universe Parade (Gwanghwamun, June 29, 1980)

Events from the year 1980 in South Korea.

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