AT BANWON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

AT BANWON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Every Saturday, I visit various elementary schools around Seoul to teach korean youngsters the beauty and wonder of the Philippines. The said activity was spearheaded by MIZY Seoul Youth Center for Cultural Exchange in cooperation with the Korea National Commission for UNESCO. For this year, the Tubbataha Reef National Park was selected as the subject. During my discussion, I also incorporate Filipinos who made the Philippines proud here in Korea. Included in the discussion is our 12th President: Fidel V. Ramos. FVR was included the the Philippine Expeditionary Forces in Korea who fought together with other UN volunteer troops during the Korean War. As of now 3 monuments and markers were erected around Korea to commemorate the gallantry of our brave soldiers.

The Philippines

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Philippines Monument Location Gajeong-dong, Seo-gu, Incheon Date of Building Sep. 24, 1975 Memorial Day Apr. 22 Monument Contents Warriors of the constellation of the three stars who had the spirit of passion like the bright and burning sun! There will be divine protection for these 112 soldiers' souls who died fighting for peace and freedom in Korea.

Uyldong-ri Battle Monument  Location Yeoncheon-eup, Gyeonggi Province Date of Building Apr. 22, 1966 Monument Contents  The Uyldong-ri Battle (April 22-23, 1951) was the biggest battle that the Philippines Army fought against the Chinese Army during the Korean War. They defended a position bravely against the offensive attacks of the 34th Division, Chinese Army, in spring at Uyldong-ri, located 5 km. from the north of Yuncheon. They successfully covered the unit located to their right side, allowing them to withdraw from their position to the rear. Afterwards, the Philippines Army evacuated to the rear as the U.N. Forces had commanded. This monument was erected to commemorate the successful battle at Uyldong-ri. Children playing soccer for their PE Class. During the activity My very active students drawing some under the sea creatures for their mobile. One of my students poses with this mobile. Me as Pong Pagong. My wonderful class. Its really hard to leave this cool kids after the class..:( The children here at Banwon can speak english well and I won't be shocked if after 15 years this kids and their future children can say English as their second language.