Event held to mark 69th anniversary of start of Korean War

6.25전쟁 제69주년 행사 개최... "대한민국을 지켜낸 희생과 용기, 평화와 번영으로 보답"

Today, June 25th, marks the 69th anniversary of the start of the Korean War.
And an event was held today to honor the sacrifices and courage of those who fought for the peace and prosperity of South Korea.
The Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs said around four-thousand people including Prime Minister Lee Nak-yon and other senior officials... took part in the event at Seoul's Jangchung Arena.
It was also attended by Korean War veterans and their families,... including those from the U.S. and other countries... that were part of the UN forces that defended South Korea.