INTRODUCTION

Ministry of National Defense is the nation’s sanctuary

Difficulties of KIA Recovery Project

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Lack of resources and data regarding the
KIA makes it difficult to identify potential burial sites

  • Heavily dependent on interview sources from the locals
    and the War veterans, rapid aging of the War generation

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Heavily dependent on DNA tests due to lack
of clues for identification

  • Active participation of descendants
    of the postwar generation is required

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Topographical change due to rapid
urbanization deteriorated battle sites

  • Time is running out
  • The next 5 years is a crucial time period
    for MAKRI to recover as many remains as possible

" Despite such difficulties, we must continue the Project until we find our last fallen hero.
We believe that it is our solemn duty to honor the fallen heroes' ultimate sacrifice. "