The "Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea" refers to the interim governing body established by Korean exiles during the period of Japanese occupation from 1910 to 1945.
The Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea was established on April 11, 1919, following the March 1st Movement, a mass protest against Japanese colonial rule. The government aimed to represent the aspirations of the Korean people for independence from Japanese imperialism. With its headquarters initially in Shanghai, China, and later moved to Chongqing during World War II, the Provisional Government acted as a symbolic and representative entity for the Korean independence movement.
The primary objective of the provisional government was to regain sovereignty and independence for Korea, protect the rights and welfare of the Korean people, and promote international recognition of the Korean independence movement. It formed various departments and agencies to carry out political, diplomatic, military, and financial functions.
Throughout its existence, the Provisional Government sought support from foreign governments and engaged in diplomatic activities to gain recognition for the Korean independence movement. It actively participated in international conferences, sought alliances, and mobilized various forms of opposition against Japanese rule.
The Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea played a crucial role in preserving Korean national consciousness and fostering the unity and resilience of the Korean people under oppressive colonial circumstances. It laid the groundwork for the establishment of the Republic of Korea after Japan's defeat in World War II in 1945.
