Sewol Investigation Timeline
The sinking of the MV Sewol traumatized Korea and baffled the world – how could a ferry simply turn over and sink in calm seas? Numerous investigations have failed to determine what caused the accident, even as crew members and the Coast Guard were found liable for their responses. Here is a timeline of the investigations, and other key dates.
No Known Cause
Despite numerous investigations spanning years, the cause of the Sewol ferry sinking has never been determined. Questions about the government’s role triggered a national conversation about corruption and accountability, while many mainstream media outlets, both inside and outside of Korea, reported inaccurate information.
Key Misconceptions
Common Errors in Coverage of the Sewol, Yoo Byung-eun and the Evangelical Baptist Church. Mistakes have been repeated again and again. This page is a resource to fix them.