Born Quote by Park Yeon-mi
“I was born at the end of the 1993. The regime stopped giving food to the people. Three million people died from 1995 to 1998. It's one of the world's worst man-made famines in history.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Testimony on North Korean famine, 2000s
The speaker describes a severe, government‑caused famine that caused millions of deaths in the 1990s.
In simple terms: A man‑made famine killed millions in North Korea.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the impact of policy failures on human lives.
Themes
human rights
politics
history
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
historical
informative
When to use this quote
- humanitarian aid
- policy reform
- education curricula
Key Concepts
genocide
state neglect
Questions to Reflect On
- What lessons can prevent future famines?
- How can we honor victims?
A Different Perspective
Data may be contested and sources limited.
