The eldest brother who Kim had killed was the original heir but fell out of favor because he was supposedly open to reforming some of the country’s more outdated and inhumane policies. He also spoke to outside media sources and gave comments that could be interpreted as criticizing the regime.
the next eldest was seen as “feminine” meaning he cared more about art and shyt.
There’s another half brother who apparently gives NO fukks about politics and only wants to play instruments and live peacefully.
So that left Kim, who wanted the throne, was ruthless with getting it, and wants to keep tp the status quo
I spent a year in South Korea (Army) in 2010 right when the pops died, so we had to know all of this.
zone 1, 2, or 3? I was in Youngsong briefly then Humpreys. Was at a Katusa bar when Il dropped dead.