South Korea’s government has decided not to attend a memorial service near Japan’s Sado Island Gold Mines due to disagreements with Japan over the event, which reignited tensions over the abuse of Korean forced laborers at the site during World War II. This move reflects the longstanding dispute between the two countries regarding historical issues and highlights the sensitivity surrounding the treatment of forced laborers from Korea.
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Explorers find torpedoes, bell from U.S. destroyer that sank with 167 crew on board during WWII
Explorers from the Ocean Exploration Trust have uncovered new artifacts, including torpedoes and the ship's bell, from the USS DeHaven, a World War II destroyer sunk in 1943 near the Solomon Islands. The mission aimed to enhance understanding of the region's maritime history and involved collaboration with various organizations, utilizing remotely operated vehicles to document the wreckage. Want More Context? 🔎
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