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Gapyeong Battle Memorial Ceremony to be Held on the 24th with Revisiting Commonwealth Veterans
Source
Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs
Date
2024.04.23

• On April 24th at 10 AM, a memorial ceremony will be held at the Commonwealth monument in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province. Following the ceremony, memorial services will take place at each nation’s monument.


• 6 Korean War veterans and 15 family members from 4 Commonwealth countries currently revisiting Korea, including a Canadian veteran who fought in the Battle of Gapyeong will join the ceremony.


• Vice Minister Hee-wan Lee stated, "We will never forget to repay the sacrifices and dedication of our heroes and make concerted efforts to ensure that the history of their service acts as a bridge connecting South Korea with the UN Sending States."

Attachments
240423 PR (Kapyong Battle Ceremony).pdf