Busan Veterans Office and Dongiljungang Elementary Make a Special Promise Toward the 100th Anniversary of Liberation... Time Capsule Sealed

The Busan Regional Veterans Office (headed by Lee Namil) successfully held the "Time Capsule Sealing Ceremony Toward the 100th Anniversary of Liberation" at Dongiljungang Elementary School (Principal Hong Seunghee) on October 30.

Busan Regional Veterans Office is holding a time capsule sealing ceremony with students from Dongiljungang Elementary School and taking a commemorative photo. Photo by Busan Regional Veterans Office

This time capsule sealing ceremony was part of the "80th Anniversary of Liberation Commemoration Project" promoted by the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs. In the Busan region, four schools were selected to participate: Kaeseong High School, Dongnae High School, Dongnae Girls' High School, and Dongiljungang Elementary School.

The event was attended by the head of the Veterans Affairs Division at the Busan Regional Veterans Office, about 20 fifth and sixth grade students and staff from Dongiljungang Elementary School. The program included a welcome speech by the principal, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, an introduction of the items to be sealed, participant reflections, and a commemorative photo session.

The "Time Capsule Sealing Ceremony Toward the 100th Anniversary of Liberation" is a nationwide event established to convey the meaning of liberation, the history of the Republic of Korea, and the value of honoring veterans to future generations who will celebrate the 100th anniversary of liberation in 2045, 20 years from now, as Korea marks the 80th anniversary this year. The event is being held sequentially at 100 schools across the country.

Principal Hong Seunghee of Dongiljungang Elementary School said, "The time capsule will become a precious link connecting the past, present, and future. I hope that, 20 years from now, the thoughts and records of the seniors will deeply resonate with their juniors, serving as an opportunity to establish a correct understanding of history."

Lee Hyoseon, head of the Veterans Affairs Division at the Busan Regional Veterans Office, commented, "I hope this time capsule sealing ceremony will help students reflect on the meaning of liberation and foster a spirit of patriotism. When the capsule is opened on the 100th anniversary of liberation 20 years from now, I look forward to seeing today's inspiration and promises delivered intact to future generations."

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