Jinan-gun Remembers the Sacrifice and Dedication of May 18 Democratic Merit Recipients

Jinan County commemorated the 40th anniversary of the May 18 Democratic Movement by meeting with May 18 democracy activists Kim Wansul (Jinan-eup), Yang Yunsin (Seongsu-myeon), and Lee Raeil (Sangjeon-myeon) in the county office on the 19th to offer consolation. Photo by Jinan County

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Go Dal-young] Jinangun (Governor Jeon Chun-seong) commemorated the 40th anniversary of the May 18 Democratic Movement by meeting with May 18 democracy meritorious persons Kim Wansul (Jinan-eup), Yang Yunsin (Seongsu-myeon), and Lee Raeil (Sangjeon-myeon) in the governor's office on the 19th to offer consolation.

Governor Jeon, as the first incumbent governor, met with May 18 democracy meritorious persons and expressed hope for strict punishment against the distortion of May 18 history and the restoration of the honor of the meritorious persons.

Kim Wansul, a May 18 democracy meritorious person, said, "Even 40 years after the May 18 people's uprising, it is regrettable that acts of distortion and belittlement are still being committed," and added, "I hope the truth, which is the first button in setting history right, will be thoroughly investigated so that we can move toward true reconciliation and healing."

Governor Jeon stated, "The spirit of May has become a noble spirit of sacrifice that responds to the call of history and is still alive today, and it must be reborn anew, generation after generation. Also, all the residents remember your sacrifice and dedication, and on behalf of the residents, I express my gratitude and respect."

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