Friends studying abroad in Korea, are you familiar with the Korean War? This war was a very important event in modern Korean history, and many cities have many related memorial halls and museums. You can learn about this event from books, but I think you can understand it more deeply by visiting related memorials or museums.
One of the memorial halls related to the Korean War that we will introduce to you this time is the Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall. Located in Apsan, Daegu Metropolitan City, it is expected to be a meaningful learning experience along with sightseeing. This memorial hall houses precious items from the war, which I believe will help us understand Korea's modern history more deeply. So, with this sentence in mind, if you have some free time, I recommend you to visit once!
Introduction to the Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall
The Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall is a memorial hall located in Apsan Park, Nam-gu, Daegu, South Korea. It was built to commemorate the soldiers and civilians who died in connection with the Battle of the Nakdong River during the Korean War. Opened in 1979, this two-story memorial hall displays exhibits related to the Korean War and Korean history.
Source: Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall (nakdongwar.or.kr)
The first floor of the memorial hall has exhibition halls such as the unfinished war, the Korean War, the story of student soldiers, and the Battle of Nakdong River. The second floor has exhibition halls such as the relics exhibition hall, memorial hall, peace hall, and photo zone. On the 3rd floor, there are exhibition rooms related to the Korean War, including a history hall related to the Korean War, an interactive video hall, a VR experience hall, a VR lecture hall, and a history hall. The outdoor exhibition hall of the memorial hall displays relics such as old tanks, airplanes, self-propelled guns, armored vehicles, and bombs used during the Korean War.
The memorial hall is open from 10 AM to 5 PM, and is open year-round for free. The address of the memorial hall is (42502) 574-110 Apsanhwan-ro, Nam-gu, Daegu, and the phone number is 053-621-9880.
Viewing Information
Inside the Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall, you can see various items related to the Korean War. For example, there are items such as:
Source: Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall (tourcoupon.co.kr)
June 25 Hall: Exhibits panels, photos, and videos explaining the background, process, and results of the Korean War. You can view major battles of the Korean War, battle maps, combat records, combat vehicles and weapons, etc.
Student Soldier Story: Panels, photos, letters, and relics containing the stories of youth who served as student soldiers during the Korean War are on display. You can feel the sacrifice and courage of the student soldiers, as well as our gratitude and respect for them.
Battle of Nakdong River: Dioramas, photos, videos, etc. that reproduce scenes of the battle that took place on the Nakdong River front are on display. You can learn about the importance and strategy of the Nakdong River Battle and the roles and contributions of domestic and foreign soldiers who participated in the battle.
Relics Exhibition Hall: Exhibits relics such as military uniforms, boots, hats, helmets, insignia, nameplates, medals, badges, firearms, shells, ammunition, maps, communication devices, medical equipment, food, tableware, and household items used during the Korean War. . You can see the scenes of the Korean War and the lives of soldiers with your own eyes.
Memorial Hall: A memorial panel recording the names and photos of soldiers and civilians who died in the Battle of Nakdong River, a memorial monument, a memorial video, a memorial book, a memorial letter, and a memorial wreath are on display. You can reflect on the tragedies and sacrifices of war and express your respect and gratitude to the heroes who sacrificed their lives for peace and freedom.
The Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall is an important place to learn about the history and meaning of the Korean War. The Battle of Nakdong River was one of the fiercest and most decisive battles of the Korean War, and the domestic and foreign soldiers who defended the Nakdong River front dedicated themselves and sacrificed themselves to protect freedom and democracy on the Korean Peninsula. The Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall commemorates their heroic achievements and spirit, and commemorates the war. It was built to remind us of the tragedy and the importance of peace.
When you visit the Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall, you can learn in detail about the background, process, and results of the Korean War, and directly experience the battlefield and the lives of soldiers through various exhibits, videos, and experience centers. You can also express your respect and gratitude to the fallen soldiers and civilians who sacrificed their lives. The Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall will be a great help in understanding Korean history and culture and cultivating national consciousness that cherishes peace and freedom.
The Nakdong River Victory Memorial Hall is free to visit, so we hope many people will visit and have a good time.
