Descendants of Kim Che-geon Donate 37 Family Heirlooms to Hwaseong City

Descendants of Kim Che-geon from the Namyang Ssang-bu branch of Haepung Kim clan, a prominent military family in Hwaseong City, announced on the 16th that they will donate 37 family heirlooms to the city.

The heirlooms to be donated include Kim Che-geon's appointment document dating back over 400 years, civil service examination pass certificate and dining permit of Kim Si-min (金時敏) who served as Deputy Commander of Euihungwei (義興衛) during the reign of King Jeongjo, and a quasi-household register (準戶口) issued by Hwaseong Magistrate's Office.

Kim Che-geon, who held the top administrative positions at major national defense facilities during the mid-Joseon period, is evaluated as a military official who possessed both literary and martial abilities.

Kim Che-geon is also introduced as a representative figure of Hwaseong in the Suwon Regional Gazetteer (水原府邑誌) compiled during the Joseon dynasty.

Hwaseong City plans to hold a formal donation ceremony on May 3rd as part of the 'Donors' Day' event.