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North Korean leader adds marshal to list of titles
Jul 18th, 2012
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been granted the title of marshal, state media reported Wednesday, cementing his status at the top of the authoritarian nation's military as he makes key changes to the 1.2 million-man force. (Source: Associated Press) -
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