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The Damaged Yalu River Bridge is a historical remnant of the Japanese occupation, located at the southern end of the Dandong Yalu River Bridge, in Linjiang city, Jilin province. The bridge was originally built in October 1911, as a 12-arch open bridge. It was ripped apart by American forces during bombing from November 1950 to February 1951.
The remaining part (four arches) of the bridge is on the Chinese side, and is still a symbol of the War against U.S. Aggression and for Aiding Korea. In 1993, the Damaged Yalu River Bridge was repaired and opened for use.
It now has a sightseeing platform on the rotating section and the bombed part of the original bridge, as well as a guard tower, and 30 display panels covering its history. In June, 2001, the Damaged Yalu River Bridge was added to the list of National Patriotism Education Demonstration Bases. In August 2004, it was added to the National Development and Reform Commission’s list of Major State Red Tourism Scenic Spots.
The damaged bridge lingers on as if it were some elderly member of the community pondering the glory of the People's Liberation Army giving assistance to Korea. The pockmarks on the bridge, caused by shelling, and the dove flying overhead are symbols of war and peace that tourists can themselves contemplate.
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