Governor Kim Jintae: "Fostering Defense Economy and Industry to Honor the Victory at the Battle of Chuncheon"

Gangwon Province Holds 75th Anniversary Chuncheon Battle Victory Ceremony
"K-Military Festival" Takes Place in Chuncheon

Kim Jintae, Governor of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, attended the 75th Anniversary Chuncheon Battle Victory Ceremony on November 1.

Kim Jin-tae, Governor of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, is delivering a commemorative speech at the 75th Anniversary Chuncheon Battle Victory Ceremony on the 1st. Provided by Gangwon Province

This commemorative event, held under the subtitle "K-Military Festival: The Battle of Chuncheon," was organized to remember the significance of the Chuncheon Battle, which changed the fate of the Republic of Korea during the Korean War. The ceremony also served as a festival where civilians, government officials, and the military could come together, featuring various equipment exhibitions and hands-on experiences with military gear.

This year’s event strengthened stage performances to promote civic unity and used AI technology to digitally restore the late General Kim Jongo and Major Sim Il, delivering messages of harmony. To encourage voluntary participation and engagement, approximately 40 military culture experience programs and promotional booths are being operated.

Kim Jintae, Governor of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, is delivering a commemorative speech at the 75th Anniversary Chuncheon Battle Victory Ceremony on the 1st. Provided by Gangwon Province

The 75th Anniversary Chuncheon Battle Victory Ceremony (October 31-November 2) began with an eve concert and drone light show on October 31. On the second day, a memorial service for the late Major Sim Il, the main commemorative ceremony, and a veterans’ appreciation event were held. In addition, citizen participation booths were set up as side events.

At the ceremony, Governor Kim stated, "In Gangwon Province, to further honor the victory at the Battle of Chuncheon, we are fostering the Gangwon-style defense industry as the sixth future industry in the region’s economy."

Kim Jin-tae, Governor of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, is paying tribute by laying a wreath at the 75th Anniversary of the Chuncheon Battle Victory Ceremony on the 1st. Provided by Gangwon Province

He added, "Gangwon Province was the first local government to officially propose to the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs the issue of succession benefits for the spouses of veterans. We will work together with the central government to ensure that surviving spouses also receive allowances."

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