Our Warmest Wishes For The Holidays - Korean War Veterans ...

Thanks!
As
we have noted in past issues, there is no shortage of thanks extended from Koreans to the
veterans who fought for theirs and their own and their predecessors’ freedom over fifty years
ago. Here are more results.
Members OF CID 281– Rolla [MO] Guests of Pulaski County Korean Association
Chapter members were invited
recently as guests of honor to
dine with and to be entertained
by the Pulaski County Korean
Association in St. Robert, MO.
The event was held Saturday,
Sept. 29, 2007 during the traditional
Korean Thanksgiving celebration
known as “Chuseok.” St.
Robert, which borders on Fort
Leonard Wood, has a sizable
Korean Community, most of
whom are Korean women married
to American soldiers.
During the program, Col. John
Megnia, Fort Leonard Wood garrison
commander, thanked both
American military veterans and
Republic of Korea forces for
their services. The Koreans then
presented a certificate of appreciation
and a 50th Korean War
Anniversary medallion to Korean
War veterans.
Koreans young and old, including
drummers, dancers and
singers, provided excellent
entertainment.
Roger Lueckenhoff, 208
Steeplechase Road, Rolla, MO
65401-3784, (573) 364-4145,
lueck@fidnet.com
The Korean MC at the St.
Robert “Chuseok” event
The Mother’s Choir performs at St. Robert
Korean hostess welcomes CID 281 President Les Burris to the
“Chuseok” celebration
CID 281 member Harrison
Meaux Jr. displays the 50th
Korean War Anniversary
Medallion presented to him.
The Children’s Choir entertains CID 281 members
CID 281 members leave the stage after receiving
their medallions
CID 281 members enjoy a “cool”
“Fan Dance” at their “Chuseok” ceremony
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The Graybeards November-December 2007