Kim Namgil and Seo Kyungduk Highlight "Hidden History in the City" for the 80th Anniversary of Liberation Day

Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Liberation Day
Highlighting Hidden Historical Sites in the City with Kim Namgil
Introducing Lesser-Known Independence Movement Landmarks to the World

Professor Seokyung Deok of Sungshin Women's University and actor Kim Namgil. Photo by Seokyung Deok Facebook

Professor Seo Kyung-duk of Sungshin Women's University has released a video with actor Kim Namgil to mark the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, highlighting hidden historical sites in the city. The video features lesser-known independence movement sites and the Yun Dongju Memorial Hall.

On August 14, Professor Seo announced on his Facebook page, "To commemorate the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, I teamed up with actor Kim Namgil to release this video," adding, "This video was produced as part of KB Kookmin Bank's 'Daehan Is Alive' campaign and will be released not only in Korean but also in English."

The residence "Dilkusha" of Albert Taylor, a former AP News correspondent. KB Kookmin Bank YouTube

He continued, "In this video, Kim Namgil and I appear together to personally introduce independence movement sites hidden in the city. The main highlights include Bukchon Village, preserved by construction magnate Jeong Saegwon; Dilkusha, the residence of Albert Taylor; and the Yun Dongju Memorial Hall dedicated to the poet Yun Dongju." He added, "Since this year marks the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, I wanted to widely introduce these lesser-known independence movement sites in the heart of the city."

He concluded, "By producing this video in English with a Hallyu star, I wanted to share our history with international tourists and provide them with helpful information."

Professor Seo is known as the "Dokdo Guardian" for his ongoing efforts to promote historical awareness. On August 12, he collaborated with actress Cha Jooyoung on a special exhibition for the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, and in June, he continued his activities by unfurling a giant Taegeukgi flag on Dokdo.

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