General Choi Hong Hi (11/09/1918 - 06/15/2002), created Taekwon-Do with the purpose of developing a new martial art for Korea. On April 11, 1955, he officially named the martial art, Taekwon-Do. He created the martial art for self-defense.
Taekwon-Do is practiced in over 150 countries worldwide with his legacy being continued through a multitude of Taekwon-Do practitioners.
I shall observe the Tenets of Taekwon-Do
I shall respect my instructors and seniors
I shall never misuse Taekwon-Do
I shall be a champion of freedom and justice
I shall help build a more peaceful world