Yangju City and Citizens Commemorate 80th Liberation Anniversary with "Shouting Yangju at the Center of the Independence Movement"

Yangju City in Gyeonggi Province held a commemorative event titled "Shouting Yangju at the Center of the Independence Movement" at the Yangju Byeolsandae Nori Madang on August 15, 2025, marking the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day. Around 650 citizens gathered to honor the spirit of the independence movement.

Yang Suhyun, mayor of Yangju City, held a commemorative event titled "Shouting Yangju at the Center of the Independence Movement" at the Yangju Byeolsandae Nori Madang on the 15th, marking the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day. Provided by Yangju City

The event was originally scheduled to take place in the front yard of the Yangju Government Office’s Dongheon building. However, due to rain the previous day, the venue was changed to ensure safety as the ground had become wet.

Held under the theme "Honoring History, Opening the Future: A Cultural Space for Empathy," the event featured a variety of citizen-participatory cultural and artistic programs.

The main program, a humanities concert, included a lecture by Shin Byungjoo, a professor in the Department of History at Konkuk University, on "The Life and Independence Movement of Cho Soang." This was followed by a special performance of the national anthem by the Kwon Byungho Trio and a "Manse" performance.

On-site experience booths such as "Making Mugunghwa Soap," "Calligraphy Fan Craft," "Face Painting," and "Eco-friendly Taegukgi Pouch Making" received enthusiastic responses from citizens. Commemorative goods from the Yangju Government Office, provided to those who made reservations in advance, were also very popular.

Hong Miyeong, head of the Culture and Tourism Division, stated, "It was a meaningful occasion to share the spirit and history of the local independence movement with citizens," adding, "We will continue to strengthen Yangju’s identity through historical and cultural programs in the future."

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