The Korean War Veterans Association is reaching out to families of soldiers from Hawaii County who were killed in action during the Korean War so they can be honored during a dedication and unveiling ceremony for the new Korean War Memorial on Piopio Street next to the Vietnam memorial in Hilo.
The Korean War Veterans Association is reaching out to families of soldiers from Hawaii County who were killed in action during the Korean War so they can be honored during a dedication and unveiling ceremony for the new Korean War Memorial on Piopio Street next to the Vietnam memorial in Hilo.
There were 52 brave soldiers who did not return and 10 who are still missing in action.
The dedication ceremony is slated for 10 a.m. June 22.
The association asks the families who plan to attend to register to make sure their seats are reserved.
Register by contacting Hiroshi Shima at 933-9615 or hiroshi.shima@yahoo.com.
The public is invited to attend the ceremony. Lunch and refreshments will be served after.
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