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Seoul war memorial sparks controversy over militarism symbolism

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A new war memorial in Seoul, South Korea, has drawn criticism for its symbolism and placement. Critics argue the monuments, located in a square historically associated with pro-democracy movements and the nation's imperial past, promote militarism. The 6.25-meter tall sculptures, representing the start date of the Korean War, stand near other national identity symbols like statues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin. While some tourists appeared indifferent, the installation has sparked debate about its disruption of a traditional public gathering space. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Park Chan-kyong ·

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