VOLUME 4 NO.3 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION FREE KOREA.STRIPES.COM JUNE 18 − JULY 1, 2015 TELLING THEIR STORY PAGES 2-3 On June 25, 1950, North Korean Forces advanced south across the 38th Parallel, igniting the Korean War. The United States entered the war six days later and the U.S. and ROK militaries have been committed to preserving the freedom of the Republic of Korea ever since. Through the eyes of Korean veterans, we look into an important chapter in Korean history. Photo by Staff Sgt. Heather A. Denby, 35th ADA What fathers want most Outdoor family fun in Korea from their children Pages 8-10 Special Offer to USFK only! Get 24” LG Monitor at $170 Don’t miss this chance and order now! Call Comm. Tel. 02-6959- 9828 or email Ellen Park at
[email protected] PAGES 12-13 2 STRIPES KOREA A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION JUNE 18 − JULY 1, 2015 65TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE KOREAN WAR Max D. Lederer Jr. Publisher Lt. Col. Brian S. Choate, USAF ‘The Americans were fearless’ Commander Terry Wegner Business Operations Manager BY SSG HEATHER DENBY, the possibility of survival for Infantry Division under the military service, but as he pro- 35TH ADA Michael Davidson his family was unlikely. command of the U.S. Army. gressed through the ranks he Revenue Director Sung’s older brother was He served as a squad leader said life became much easier. n elderly Korean vet- Meg Irish an Army officer and his ser- and remembers resting the M1 In the end, life had become eran’s eyes wrinkle and Member Services Director considerably less difficult as a his voice rises and falls vice inspired Sung to serve his carbine on his shoulder as they Marie Woods A sergeant major and his country country as well.