The Korean Defense Security Command (DSAC) recently reinstated the photos of former presidents Chun Doo-hwan and Roh Tae-woo in its headquarters’ hallway, under the guise of preserving historical legacy. This move, revealed by lawmaker Choo Mi-ae, has sparked controversy due to the criminal convictions of both leaders for insurrection-related crimes. The DSAC’s decision to display these images contradicts regulations prohibiting the display of convicted commanders’ photos for anti-corruption purposes. The DSAC’s justification for the display has raised questions regarding the true intent behind this historical revision.
Legislator Choo Mi-ae has condemned the display of the controversial figures’ photos, questioning the pride in showcasing their images. The DSAC’s nostalgic gesture towards the security era of the 1980s has been met with calls for immediate removal if not genuinely desired. This act of selective historical preservation has opened up debates on the purpose and significance of such displays in the military institution.
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