"We Will Remember Their Noble Sacrifice"... Pohang Holds 69th Memorial Day Ceremony

At the Chunghontap Square, Honoring the Spirits of Patriots and Fallen Heroes Who Sacrificed for the Nation and People

Pohang City held the '69th Memorial Day Ceremony' on June 6 at the Chungheon Tower Square in Deoksu-dong to honor and commemorate the spirits of the patriotic martyrs and heroes who sacrificed and devoted themselves for the nation.

Pohang City Holds the 69th Memorial Day Ceremony.

The ceremony was attended by more than 3,000 people, including national merit recipients and their families, heads of veterans' organizations, members of the National Assembly, city and provincial council members, heads of institutions and organizations, military commanders, and citizens. The event proceeded in a solemn atmosphere with a moment of silence for the patriotic martyrs and heroes, followed by floral tributes and incense offerings, a memorial address, recitation of a tribute poem and a memorial dance, and a choral performance of the Memorial Day song.

At the entrance of the Chungheon Tower, the Pohang City Veterans Association Youth Group (led by Kim Hyeonghun) held a side event exhibiting over 50 photos related to patriotism and veterans, reminding visitors of the value of freedom and peace and providing an opportunity to reflect on the importance of national security during the month of patriotism and veterans.

Lee Gangdeok, Mayor of Pohang, delivering a memorial address.

In his memorial address, Mayor Lee Kangdeok said, "I pray for the souls of the forebears who gave their precious lives to protect freedom and peace, and I extend my comfort and gratitude to national merit recipients and their families," adding, "We will do our best for the peace and prosperity of the Republic of Korea by inheriting the patriotic spirit of our forebears."

Pohang City plans to hold the '74th Anniversary of the Korean War' event on June 25 to mark the month of patriotism and veterans, and on June 28, the '2nd Hyeongsangang Region Patriotic History and Culture Festival' will be held.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.