Tae Kwon Do and I written by the founder of TKD Genral Choi Hong-Hi in 2000. This is the first part of this two volume life story of one of the greatest martial artists of all time. 601 pages filled with a facinating story of a man his country his history and his legacy. General Choi was controversial but yet compassionate but amongst all his character traits was his love and desire for Tae Kwon Do to become known world wide so that its benefits could be shared by us all.
General Choi Hong Hi, also known as General Choi, was a South Korean army general and martial artist who is a controversial figure in the history of the Korean martial art of taekwondo. Choi is regarded by many as the 'Founder of Taekwondo' - most often by International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) organizations.
Choi is listed in the Taekwondo Hall of Fame with various titles: "Father of Taekwon-Do," "Founder and First President of the International Taekwon-Do Federation," and "Founder of Oh Do Kwan." Choi is survived by his wife, Choi Joon Hee; his son, Choi Jung Hwa; two daughters, Sunny and Meeyun; and several grandchildren.