Overnight Trip in Cheonan

by Jenny and Lily

This Friday, the ASP students will embark on an exciting overnight trip filled with history, team bonding, and thrilling activities. Scheduled for March 21, this trip aims to deepen students' understanding of Korea’s independence history while also providing opportunities for recreation and fun.

The journey will begin at 9:30 AM as students depart from ASPMH. Our first destination will be the Cheonan Independence Memorial Hall, where they are expected to arrive at 10:40 AM. There, they will participate in an insightful exhibition tour and history learning session. A unique aspect of this visit will be the collaboration between Korean and international students—Korean students will introduce Korea’s independence history, while international students will share stories about their own countries’ historical backgrounds.

What is in the Cheonan Independence Museum?

These are some of the key exhibitions and features that will be in the museum. 

1. Hall of National Heritage--This hall presents artifacts from Korea's prehistoric times up to the Joseon Dynasty, including significant cultural relics.
2. Japanese Imperialism--Documents and artifacts from the late 19th to early 20th century, highlighting the challenges faced under Japanese rule.​
3. March 1st Movement--Dedicated to the 1919 independence movement, featuring photographs, documents, and personal stories.​
4. Independence Activism--Showcases the efforts and sacrifices of those who fought for Korea's freedom.​
5. Armed Resistance--Explores the armed struggles against Japanese forces, both domestically and abroad.​
6. Provisional Government--Highlights the activities of the Korean Provisional Government established in exile!
7. Establishing the Great Korea--Covers the broader independence movement and the efforts leading to the establishment of a sovereign nation

In front of the museum, there is a landmark called the Monument to the Nation (겨레의 탑). Standing 51 meters tall, this grand structure represents the resilience, unity, and determination of the Korean people in their fight for independence. The monument has two curved pillars, symbolizing the struggles and sacrifices made during the independence movement. These pillars rise upward, signifying the strength of the Korean people and their aspirations for a free and unified nation. At the top, the structure opens upward, representing hope for the future and national prosperity.