Mokpo City Solemnly Holds the “481st Birthday Commemoration Ceremony of Admiral Yi Sun-sin”
by Jung Seunghyun
Published 29 Apr.2026 17:30(KST)
Over 200 Participants Gather at Mochunggak Pavilion on Gohado Island
Honoring and Reflecting on Admiral Yi’s Spirit of Patriotism and National Defense
The city of Mokpo, South Jeolla Province, solemnly held the “481st Birthday Commemoration Ceremony of Admiral Yi Sun-sin” at Mochunggak Pavilion on Gohado Island on April 28, marking the 481st anniversary of Admiral Yi's birth.
The event was attended by more than 200 people, including Mokpo Acting Mayor Cho Seokhoon, the commander of the Republic of Korea Navy's 3rd Fleet, executives of the Mokpo District Commemoration Association for Admiral Yi Sun-sin, members of the provincial and city councils, officials from the Navy and Coast Guard, and students. Together, they honored Admiral Yi’s immortal achievements and reflected on the spirit of patriotism.
The birthday celebration event for Admiral Yi Sun-sin held on the 28th at Gohado Island in Mokpo. Courtesy of Mokpo City
원본보기 아이콘The ceremony began with a traditional ritual to welcome Admiral Yi’s spirit, followed by a series of ancestral rites. The Mokpo City Choir and the military band of the Navy's 3rd Fleet Command performed a choral rendition of “Song of Admiral Yi,” bringing the solemn atmosphere to a close. In addition, a memorial wreath was placed in front of the Yi Sun-sin statue on Yudalsan Mountain so that all citizens could pay tribute to Admiral Yi’s noble spirit of national defense.
It is known that Admiral Yi Sun-sin stayed on Gohado Island for 106 days after the victory at the Battle of Myeongnyang, during which he regrouped his forces and worked on rebuilding the Joseon Navy. To commemorate this, Mokpo City holds a birthday ceremony at Mochunggak Pavilion on Gohado Island every year on April 28.
Acting Mayor Cho Seokhoon stated, “Commemorating the 481st anniversary of Admiral Yi Sun-sin’s birth has become a meaningful occasion to reflect on his great spirit in overcoming national crises and protecting the nation. We will continue to carry on and honor Admiral Yi’s patriotic spirit together with our citizens.”
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