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Guwol 2-dong Defense Council Boosts National Security Awareness with Security Field Trip on Korean War Anniversary

Members and Residents Visit Nami Island and War Memorial of Korea in Yongsan — 30+ Participants

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The Guwol 2-dong Defense Council of Namdong-gu (남동구), Incheon, carried out its ‘2026 Security Field Trip’ on the 25th, joined by more than 30 members, community organization representatives, and staff. Timed to coincide with the Korean War anniversary, the event was organized to strengthen residents’ patriotic spirit and national security awareness through firsthand visits to historically significant sites.

More than 30 members, community organization representatives, and staff of the Guwol 2-dong Defense Council tour Korean War-related exhibits at the War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관) in Yongsan (용산), Seoul.

  [코리안투데이] More than 30 members, community organization representatives, and staff of the Guwol 2-dong Defense Council tour Korean War-related exhibits at the War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관) in Yongsan (용산), Seoul. © 김현수 기자

Nami Island Visit Prompts Reflection on Peace and Coexistence

Participants began the day at Nami Island (남이섬), a natural ecological and cultural space situated on the Bukhan River (북한강). There, they took time to reflect on the values of peace and coexistence, fostering a sense of community and deepening their love of country.

War Memorial of Korea Sheds Light on the History of the Korean War

The group then visited the War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관) in Yongsan (용산), Seoul, where they toured exhibitions dedicated to the Korean War. Taking in the history of the conflict and honoring the sacrifices of those who gave their lives in defense of the nation, participants reaffirmed the importance of national security and the preciousness of peace.

‘A Chance to Steel Our Security Resolve,’ Say Participants

Ko Mi-song (고미송), chair of the Guwol 2-dong Defense Council, said, ‘Conducting this security field trip on the very anniversary of the Korean War made it all the more meaningful,’ adding, ‘I hope this outing has served as an opportunity for our members and local residents to strengthen their security awareness and share a common understanding of the importance of our community’s integrated civil defense posture.’

Jeong Chang-beom (정창범), chief of Guwol 2-dong, stated, ‘National security is a vital value that all residents must care about together,’ and pledged, ‘We will continue to create diverse opportunities to raise security awareness among local residents and enhance the community’s overall security capabilities.’


[ Reporter Kim Hyun-soo ]   incheoneast@thekoreantoday.com

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