Memorial Day for 'Comfort Women' Victims Held in South Korea, Commemorative Ceremonies Take Place Across the Country
On August 14, commemorative ceremonies for the 'Memorial Day' honoring victims of the Japanese military 'comfort women' system were held across South Korea. This day was established to honor the courage of the late Kim Hak-sun, who was the first to publicly testify about her experiences as a victim, and to mourn those who suffered.
During the ceremonies, the history of the victims' hardships was reflected upon, and the importance of passing their courageous actions on to the next generation was emphasized. Many citizens and officials gathered at the venues, sending messages wishing for the restoration of the victims' honor and dignity.
Currently, there are only five survivors remaining among the former 'comfort women' victims registered with the South Korean government. As they continue to age, how to record and preserve the history they lived through has become a significant social challenge.
This Memorial Day served as an opportunity to once again face history and reflect on the value of peace. Efforts to preserve the victims' testimonies for future generations are expected to continue.