- A fitting tribute to the Filipino soldiers who fought side by side with the Korean soldiers during the Korean War (1950–1953). About 7,500 combat troops known as the Philippine Expeditionary Forces to Korea or PEFTOK, the 4th largest force under the United Nations Command, were sent to defend South Korea from a communist invasion by North Korea. The monument shows two Filipino soldiers helping a wounded Korean comrade to symbolize the greatness of the Filipino spirit despite the war and the special camaraderie shared by the two nations.
See what's reflecting what at James' Weekend Reflections.
A marvelous, interesting and informative post to go along with the great reflections! I always enjoy learning more about our world! Terrific photo! Hope you enjoy a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
That's a beautiful sculpture, and so cool to catch a reflection in it. Nice to know the history that goes with it also.
ReplyDeleteThat's a modern, yet moving, sculpture, and a very interesting post. My wife is from South Korea, so I'm always fascinated with anything to do with Korea.
ReplyDeleteAn interesting piece. Very industrial.
ReplyDeleteAn unexpected but most appreciated selection for Weekend Reflections, Hilda.
ReplyDeletehello! i see beautiful photos from Manila on your blog! thank's for share us!
ReplyDeleteWhat a horrible war it was, but the idea and shapes and reflection of the statue are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteInteresting sculpture ; I like war memorial, and this one is very beautiful and usual.
ReplyDeleteune belle sculpture tres moderne.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting! I like the lines of this sculpture :-)
ReplyDeleteFor some reason this sculpture reminds me of the Soviet era. A very solid visual impact. Looks like it was made from melted bullet casings!
ReplyDeleteThey look a bit like futuristic robot soldiers. I think I can see your reflection, Hilda. Nice history lesson, thanks.
ReplyDeleteHilda, I moved my blog, you can follow me at http://simplycoastal.blogspot.com
Have a relaxing weekend with hubby ;)
So far in the past and still so current! It's sad that we still have so many frontiers and so much difficulty to live with and respect each other...
ReplyDeleteGod bless you!
Cezar
A very unique reflection, Hilda. I've been noticing a little tension mounting between Pinoys and S Korean residents here. It would be nice if everyone could recapture the brotherly spirit evoked by this statue.
ReplyDeleteStrong piece of sculpture to commemorate this bond.
ReplyDeleteA sculpture that evokes emotion, Hilda, it seems very appropriate to me. I like how the angles are reflecting light.
ReplyDeleteI love the subtle reflections of the sculptures.
ReplyDeleteThis work of Art is a unique way expressing love, peace and brotherhood.
wow a beautiful masterpiece great works thanks for your sharing
ReplyDeleteVery cool sculpture.
ReplyDelete