One Man’s Lifelong Tribute to the Korean War—and the Freedom It Secured

Ahn Jae-chul’s Korean War photo exhibit and flags attract visitors with stories of sacrifice and freedom.

World Peace Freedom United CEO Ahn Jaechul (R) guides U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Kathleen Stephens and USFK Commander General Walter Sharp to the "Sailing for Life–6·25 Korean War Photo Display" at the headquarters of U.S. Forces Korea in Seoul, South Korea, on June 23, 2010. Courtesy of Ahn Jae-chul, president of The World Peace Freedom United

In the heart of downtown Seoul, the fluttering flags of 67 countries and poignant images from the Korean War (1950-1953) form a striking landmark outside the Seoul Finance Center.

The flags have flown and photographs have been on display at this location every day for the past three years, in a busy area where thousands pass by daily.