Pyongyang, December 23 (KCNA) -- Anti-Japanese revolutionary fighters visited the Kumsusan Memorial Palace where the bier of leader Kim Jong Il is placed and expressed condolences in the bitterest grief.

They entered the mourning hall in heartrending sorrow at the loss of the peerless patriot and the father of the nation.

The veteran revolutionary fighters have glorified their life on the road for the party, leader, country and the people enjoying longevity under the care of Kim Jong Il.

They observed a moment's silence in memory of Kim Jong Il, great and kind-hearted man who lies in state.

They broke into tears, thinking he might just get up, greet them with a broad smile on his face and ask about their health in a resounding voice as he used to.