KCTV reported a few months ago that birthplaces of Korean independence activists are not properly protected.
We've recently revisited the places, but nothing has changed.
Todd Thacker reports.

[slug] Jocheon-eup, Jeju City

In the history of Jeju Island, the Jocheon area of Jeju City was where four days of massive protest rallies took place for Korea's independence from Japanese occupation.
Many of those protesters were born here.
One such local activist was (김희수) Kim Hui-su.

[slug] Birthplace of independence activist Kim Hui-su remains untended

The site of his birthplace is vacant and devoid of buildings.
Waste wood and a chair have been illegally discarded in the overgrown yard.

[slug] No change after authorities promised to look after patriots' birthplaces

In March this year, KCTV reported that the birthplaces of Korean independence activists are not being properly protected.
Following the report, the province and the Provincial Council promised to maintain them.
But nothing has changed.

[slug] Most of independence activists' houses destroyed or vacant

Most of the independence activists' houses have been left untended or destroyed in the name of development.
The remaining historical buildings are neglected and show signs of damage.

[slug] Provincial Council keeps delaying enactment of ordinances

The Provincial Council promised to pass ordinances to protect these sites, but it keeps putting off their enactment.
For one, the authorities are unsure as to how many houses remain and where they are, let alone the extent of the oversight required.
Many in the community feel that Korea's heros are being forgotten as their homesteads are left to crumble.

[Reporter] Todd Thacker
[Camera] Kim Yong-min

Many brave individuals and patriots fought selflessly to free their beloved country from occupation. Protecting these landmarks is one important way we can remember and honor them.
Todd Thacker, KCTV