Another anniversary in 2003

[KoreaScouter]

To piggyback on the Wright Brothers thread, lotsa milestones this year, and here's one more. On July 27th, 1953, the cease fire that began the Korean War Armistice was signed at Panmunjom. The United Nations Command is planning a huge commemoration next month, with activities at PMJ and at Yongsan Garrison in Seoul. Hundreds of Korean War veterans, their wives, and family members are making the trip at the invitation of the Korean Government, U.S. Forces Korea, and various veterans' groups both in Korea and the U.S. For many of these vets, this trip will be the first time they've been back since the war. Many were brutalized as POWs, many Medal of Honor recipients will be there, and many of these elderly and largely overlooked vets are profoundly affected by injuries they suffered in combat...the logistics of caring for these aging heroes during the hottest, most humid time of the year is staggering.

 

If you know a Korean War veteran, please circle July 27th on your calendar and remember to thank him, especially if he's unable to make the trip. He'll appreciate it, and it'll be the closest thing to a parade he ever got.

 

KS

[Eagle74]

Thank you for the info, KS.