Defense Ministry Calls Inclusion of 'War to Resist America and Aid Korea' Memorial in Teacher Training Program a "Grave Error"

The Ministry of National Defense stated that it is "investigating the detailed circumstances" regarding reports that the War Memorial of Korea had considered including a visit to China's 'Memorial Hall of the War to Resist America and Aid Korea' as part of an overseas training program for teachers visiting anti-Japanese historical sites.
Defense Ministry Spokesperson Jeon Ha-kyu said during a regular briefing today (June 15) that an audit is currently underway regarding the program. He stated, "The Ministry of National Defense judges that reviewing such an itinerary, regardless of the reason, is a grave error."
He added, "We will thoroughly uncover the truth through the audit and take strict measures," and emphasized, "There must be no actions that dishonor the sacrifice and dedication of those who fought for our country."
The War Memorial of Korea, an organization under the Ministry of National Defense that operates the War Memorial of Korea in Yongsan, reportedly included the memorial hall located in Dandong, China, in the itinerary for an overseas anti-Japanese historical site training program for elementary, middle, and high school teachers this year, but later removed it.

Recently, the War Memorial of Korea caused controversy when it was revealed that it had produced promotional images for educational programs during the Month of Patriots and Veterans that presented China's claim that the Korean War was a 'War to Resist America and Aid Korea' alongside the South Korean perspective of the Korean War.
Spokesperson Jeon said regarding the promotional material, "An audit is currently underway under the instruction of the Minister of National Defense," and added, "If violations are confirmed, we will take strict measures in accordance with relevant regulations and procedures."
'War to Resist America and Aid Korea' (Hangmiwonjo) means resisting American aggression to aid North Korea, and it is a propaganda term used by China to justify the Chinese military's participation in the Korean War.
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