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This is Philip Jaisohn, outside the Korean Embassy (or Cultural Center) in Kalorama. I love learning about these folks. Has anyone ever heard of him before?
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12:05pm
So it's just a lady named Rosa who cooks good Mexican food at her house? 
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So it's an unlicensed restaurant, accessible (only?) to in-the-know foodie types?
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If you post the phone number or address here the DC Gov will probably attempt to shut...
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freaky, awesome, and you're dead in case of fire.
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I always order peppers and pickles on any potbelly sandwich I get.
American-educated medical doctor who sowed seeds of democracy in Korea, published its first modern newspaper (1896-98), and popularized its written language. The first Korean to earn a Western medical degree and become a U.S. citizen. He worked for Korean independence during the Japanese occupation, 1910-45. Chief Advisor to the U.S. Military Government in Korea, 1947-1948.
How can they be sure he was the very first Korean in America?
They can be sure that he was the first Korean national to become a U.S. citizen. I’m pretty sure they keep records of that kind of stuff.
I used to work for the Philip Jaisohn Memorial Center, a social service agency founded by admirers of Philip Jaisohn, considered one of the grandfathers of Korean democracy. I had heard that there was a statue, but this is the first time ever seeing it. Thanks for posting. Will share with my colleagues and friends.