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Cover Story Throwback: Pu Gill Gwon

Martial artist in action on "Black Belt" magazine cover, June 1982. Tae Kwon Do focus, green background, text highlights various articles.
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Who remembers this tae kwon do star?


The June 1982 cover of Black Belt Magazine featured five-time cover star Pu Gill Gwon, a tae kwon do master from Southern California. Known for his spectacular kicks and creative movement, he brought dynamic energy to every magazine appearance.


In many ways, he was an influencer before the term even existed.


Two men in red shirts practice martial arts with swords on a green background. Cover text: Karate Illustrated, Hwang Kee, Mike Stone, Peter Morales.

Learn more about this cover and the entire magazine preserved in digital format: https://www.blackbeltmag.com 



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