Mayor Lim Byeongtaek: “Strengthening Recognition for Veterans’ Families”… Siheung City Holds Memorial Day Ceremony

Siheung City Holds 71st Memorial Day Ceremony
"We Will Not Forget Their Sacrifice and Devotion"
Over 600 National Merit Recipients and Families Attend

Siheung City in Gyeonggi Province held a memorial ceremony to mark the 71st Memorial Day, honoring the spirit of sacrifice of the patriotic martyrs and fallen heroes, and reaffirming the value of national defense and remembrance.

On the 6th, the 71st Memorial Day ceremony was held at the Hyeonchungtap in Nongok-dong, Siheung City, to pray for the souls of the patriots and honor the spirit of sacrifice of the national heroes. Provided by Siheung City

On the morning of the 6th, the city held the "71st Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony" at the Hyeonchung Tower in Nongok-dong, pausing to remember and pay tribute to the patriotic martyrs and fallen heroes who devoted themselves to the nation.

Approximately 600 people attended the event, including Siheung City Mayor Lim Byeongtaek, Siheung City Council Chairman Oh Inyeol, Gyeonggi Provincial Council Chairman Kim Jinkyung, members of the National Assembly, provincial and city councilors, heads of veterans' organizations, national merit recipients and their families, leaders of various institutions and organizations, and local citizens.

The ceremony began with the National Salute, followed by a solemn moment of silence at 10 a.m. in unison with sirens sounded nationwide, the laying of flowers and incense burning, a memorial address, and the singing of the Memorial Day song. Attendees paid their respects with reverence, commemorating the sacrifice and dedication of the patriotic martyrs and fallen heroes, and reflecting on the spirit of love for the nation.

In his memorial address, Mayor Lim Byeongtaek said, "I extend my deep respect and gratitude for the noble sacrifice and devotion of the patriotic martyrs and fallen heroes who willingly gave their lives for the nation." He added, "Remembering and carrying on their sacrifice is a precious value that our society must uphold."

On the 6th, the 71st Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony was held at the Hyeonchungtap in Nongok-dong, Siheung City, to pray for the souls of the fallen patriots and honor the spirit of sacrifice of the national martyrs. Provided by Siheung City

He further emphasized, "It is our responsibility to build a society where national merit recipients and their families are respected and honored," and stated, "Siheung City will continue to strengthen efforts to promote a culture of remembrance and enhance recognition for national merit recipients."

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