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depicted the process of overcoming the scars of the Korean War in a storytelling format. Although the
show was supposed to be held primarily around June 25, it had to be replaced with a tour for military
units in July due to COVID-19. Also, by promoting the show online, it contributed to enhancing the
public’s understanding of and interest in the Korean War.
Badges commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Korean War were awarded to active-duty officers
and NCOs to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Korean War and boost their pride and self-
esteem. Inscribed on the badge is "Powerful ROK Force", a phrase symbolizing the 70th anniversary of
the Korean War.

| Peace Experience Events | Footsteps of the Youth Toward Peace, a centerpiece of the Peace
Experience Events where participants visit historical battlefields and security sites (DMZ and Ganghwa
Island) to establish a sense of national security among future generations, was to be held through a
collaboration with the Ministry of Unification and the Ministry of Education, by publicly recruiting
participants and organizing them into seven groups. The event was canceled due to COVID-19,
however, and uniforms with souvenirs were distributed to participants instead.
In addition, the ROK–US Alliance Remembrance and Appreciation Event was held to create an
opportunity to reinforce the ROK–US alliance and express gratitude to one another. The event was held
at the US Army Garrison–Humphreys (Pyeongtaek) under the auspices of the Minister of National
Defense, inviting 70 special guests who contributed to the alliance.
However, other events such as a survival contest where ROK civilian clubs, active-duty soldiers, US 8th
Army, and local residents have a chance to experience scientific equipment, along with the ROK–US
Taekwondo Event, to reinforce mutual harmony and alliances were canceled due to COVID-19.

Promotional materials for Footsteps of the Youth Toward ROK–US Alliance Remembrance and Appreciation Event
Peace (June 2020) (October 2020)

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