Park Remembers China's Volunteers in Korean War

Source：chinadaily.com.cn Published：2020-10-28 17:01

Sculptures on display in a park in Dandong, Liaoning province, commemorate China's fight in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53). [Photo by Liu Haidong/ For chinadaily.com.cn]

A park in Dandong, Liaoning province, featuring sculptures that depict the contributions of the Chinese People's Volunteers in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53) opened to the public on Thursday.

It took more than six months to build the unique cultural landmark — a 13-hectare park with beautiful natural landscapes and military exhibition halls.

"The park is not just for supporting leisure and fitness but also to show the unique culture of this heroic city. We want to provide citizens with a base of patriotism education," said Fang Lunge, head of the afforestation department of the Dandong housing and urban-rural development bureau.

Highlighting the park is the group sculptures of the Chinese volunteers created by artists of the Luxun Academy of Fine Arts.

Sculptures on display in a park in Dandong, Liaoning province, commemorate China's fight in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53). [Photo by Liu Haidong/ For chinadaily.com.cn]

Li Xiangqun, president of the academy, said the aim was to show the heroism and patriotism of the CPV soldiers, and demonstrate the determination of the Chinese nation to resist invasion and maintain peace.

"Dandong is a city of heroes with a unique culture. It's of special significance to share stories through these sculptures. I hope to show the glorious image and spirit of the CPV."

Dandong is about 280 kilometers from Pyongyang, capital of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and 13 km from the Yalu River, the border between China and the DPRK. The city was an important base during the war.

The family of Ma Kongyuan, a resident of Dandong, visits the park every weekend.

"I look up the background information and tell kids to cherish peaceful life nowadays," Ma said.

Sculptures on display in a park in Dandong, Liaoning province, commemorate China's fight in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53). [Photo by Liu Haidong/ For chinadaily.com.cn]

Editor：Zhao Xichen