Kim Il-sung (1912-1994) was a prominent North Korean politician and the country’s first supreme leader. Born in Mangyongdae, Korea, he became involved in anti-Japanese activities during the Japanese occupation and joined the Communist Party in the 1930s. Kim played a crucial role in the establishment of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in 1948, serving as prime minister until 1972 and then as president until his death. Under his leadership, North Korea pursued an isolationist policy known as “Juche” and adopted a Stalinist system of governance. Kim Il-sung also launched a series of economic and social policies, including collectivization and the development of heavy industries. His cult of personality reached immense proportions, with him being revered as the eternal leader of the country. Despite his controversial legacy, Kim Il-sung remains an important figure in North Korean history, shaping the political ideology and foundation of the country.