[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 112 (Thursday, July 23, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1904]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                  KOREAN WAR VETERANS RECOGNITION ACT

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                               speech of

                           HON. PETER T. KING

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 20, 2009

  Mr. KING of New York. Mr. Speaker, today I proudly rise in strong 
support of H.R. 2632, legislation that adds National Korean War 
Veterans Armistice Day, July 27, to the list of days on which the flag 
of the United States should be displayed. I am particularly proud to 
have joined my colleague from New York, Mr. Rangel, who served with 
great distinction and valor in the Korean War, in being an original 
cosponsor of this bill.
  The Korean War was a major battlefield in the Cold War as American 
forces and our allies fought so heroically to resist North Korean 
aggression and prevent communist forces from imposing their rule on the 
Republic of Korea.
  Nearly seven million Americans served during the Korean War period 
and this legislation offers a fitting tribute to honor their 
contributions and sacrifices. And there were many. The United States 
suffered 54,246 casualties and over 8,000 POW/MIAs during this 
``Forgotten War.'' H.R. 2632 properly recognizes their efforts and 
ensures that American courage and resolve in Korea will never be 
forgotten by authorizing the U.S. flag to be flown at half-staff on 
July 27.
  I urge adoption of the legislation.

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