Songpa-gu Private Civic Groups 8·15 Taegeukgi Hanging Relay Promotion

Private Public Interest Organizations in Songpa-gu, ‘Taegukgi Hanging’ Relay Promotion

Four Organizations Participate in Relay Promotion Campaign from the 9th at Seokchon Lake, Jamsil Station, and More

Distribution of Handheld Taegukgi, Taegukgi Scarves, and Taegukgi Fans... Encouraging Taegukgi Hanging

Songpa-gu (Mayor Seo Gang-seok) announced that to encourage many residents to participate in hanging the Taegukgi on the occasion of the 78th Liberation Day, a relay campaign will be conducted under the leadership of private public interest organizations within the district.

The campaign involves Saemaeul Undong, Bareugesalgi Undong, Korea Freedom Federation, and the Veterans Association, all of which have consistently practiced sharing and volunteering in the local community. Each organization will conduct promotional activities on the 9th and 15th in a relay format.

The campaign began with the Saemaeul Undong Songpa-gu Branch (President Lee Seung-hyun) at 8 a.m. on the 9th at Jamsil Station. About 100 members participated, distributing handheld Taegukgi flags to commuters and encouraging them to join in loving the country.

On the same day, the Bareugesalgi Undong Songpa-gu Council (President Jeong Jeong-sik) and the Songpa-gu Veterans Association (President Lee Ki-jung) took over the campaign and promoted it at Seokchon Lake. They distributed scarves printed with the Taegukgi pattern and home-use Taegukgi flags to visitors, urging them to participate in hanging the Taegukgi.

On the final day, the 15th, the campaign will be held at the ‘Songpa Residents’ Chorus’ event at Seoul Nori Madang. The Korea Freedom Federation Songpa-gu Branch (President Oh Hwan-won) will distribute fans printed with the Taegukgi to 1,815 residents participating in the chorus to add meaning to Liberation Day.

‘Songpa Residents’ Chorus’ is an event prepared by the district to commemorate Liberation Day, where residents participate to reflect on the meaning of liberation and enjoy a festival. Under the theme ‘The Day the Light Was Restored, Chorus of Joy,’ 1,815 residents from children to seniors gather in one place to perform six songs including the ‘Independence Army Patriotic Song’ and a three cheers performance.

Seo Gang-seok, Mayor of Songpa-gu, said, “Remembering those who dedicated themselves to the country and nation is our duty as people living today,” and added, “We hope everyone will actively participate in hanging the Taegukgi on Liberation Day, the 15th, to collectively remember the noble sacrifices and dedication.”

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