I HOPE THE INDEPENDENCE CRIES OF OUR FOREBEARS WHO WISHED FOR PEACE WILL ECHO AGAIN.

  • Published In: Vital Speeches of the Day, 2026, v. 92, n. 4. P. 89 1 of 2

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Abstract

The article focuses on the South Korean President’s address commemorating the 107th anniversary of the March 1st Independence Movement, emphasizing the historical significance of Korean unity and the spirit of independence against Japanese colonial rule. It highlights South Korea’s achievements in industrialization, democratization, and global influence, attributing these to the enduring legacy of the March 1st Revolution. The address calls for a peaceful and cooperative Korean Peninsula, rejecting hostility and advocating for restored inter-Korean trust and dialogue, while condemning recent provocations such as the drone incursion. The President expresses hope for renewed inter-Korean commitment to peace and mutual prosperity, aligned with the independence patriots’ vision. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Vital Speeches of the Day. 2026/04, Vol. 92, Issue 4, p89
  • Document Type:Speech
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0042-742X
  • Accession Number:192648080
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