Minister Jeong Kyeong-doo: "Late General Baek Seon-yeop, a Protector of Freedom and Peace... Deeply Mourned"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Cheol-young] Defense Minister Jeong Kyeong-du expressed his condolences on the passing of General Baek Seon-yeop (Retired Army General) on the 10th.

On the 11th, Minister Jeong stated in a press release, "He was a person who protected the freedom and peace of the Republic of Korea," and added, "On behalf of the Republic of Korea Armed Forces personnel, I pay high respect and deeply mourn General Baek, who devoted his entire life to the development of Korea and the military."

He also emphasized, "General Baek was the first Army General of the Republic of Korea and led the front lines during critical moments of the Korean War, protecting freedom and peace," and "He laid the foundation for the strong ROK-US alliance and the establishment of a powerful military today."

Minister Jeong continued, "The military will deeply engrave General Baek's noble dedication and steadfast military spirit," and "We will do our best in the duty of protecting the lives and safety of the people and creating new peace on the Korean Peninsula."

General Baek passed away at 11:04 p.m. on the 10th at the age of 100. He was revered as a hero of the Korean War but was also listed as a pro-Japanese anti-national actor due to his service in the Gando Special Unit during the Japanese colonial period.

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