Only 3 researchers assigned to collect historical records linked to Korea's independence movement
SEOUL, Sept. 25 (Yonhap) -- The veterans ministry has assigned only three person...
The veterans ministry of South Korea has assigned only three personnel to collect and review historical records related to the country's independence movement against Japanese colonial rule from 1910-1945, according to data reported by Yonhap News Agency. This revelation has raised concerns over the shortage of personnel to handle the vast amount of historical records, with each researcher tasked with managing approximately 100,000 records per year.
The ministry, which typically collects around 300,000 records annually, faces a disparity between its workforce and the workload, resulting in a significant backlog of records to sift through. The situation is further exacerbated by the ministry's recent decision to honor over 600 independence activists this year, up from 502 in 2025, and the ongoing identification of potential candidates for state honors, which could lead to an increase in the number of individuals recognized for their contributions.
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