Atlanta Veterans Remember Korean War Armistice | VA Atlanta Health Care

July 27 marks 71 years since the signing of the Korean Armistice, ending the Korean War, which lasted three years from June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953.

A retired Marine explained that the Korean War is sometimes called the “forgotten war” because it took place after World War II and before the Vietnam War. He said those who served are still affected by it today.

“Most Korean War veterans are well into their 90s, and they don’t call it the forgotten war; they call it the forgotten victory,” the 92-year-old former Marine infantryman said.

A 93-year-old Army veteran noted that Korean War service members faced unique risks and experiences that set them apart from previous generations of veterans. “That particular conflict is a significant chapter in American military history during which approximately 50,000 American soldiers died and more than 100,000 were wounded,” he said.

Both veterans stressed the importance of honoring the brave men and women who fought valiantly during the Korean War, sacrificing their lives for the cause of freedom and the quest for peace. Their courage and resilience will never be forgotten.