Korean War Vets Awarded Medals at Memorial Park

SNAPSHOT: Veteran Abe Seeberger receives diploma from Columbia High School

Veteran Abram “Abe” Seeberger, 88, dressed in a Columbia blue cap and gown, received his high school diploma recently at the Melvin Roads American Legion in East Greenbush as a part of Operation Recognition. The special event, attended by family, friends, local dignitaries, and fellow veterans, was a testament to a life well-lived and a grateful school community. Mr. Seeberger attended the East Greenbush Central School District but left before g…

Saluting decades-old friendship between South Korea and Utah

Salt Lake City resident Jim Crane is a month away from celebrating his 100th birthday \u2014 and his experiences fighting in the Korean War happened more than seven decades ago.

Korean War vets awarded medals at Memorial Park

SCHERERVILLE | They served their country in a "forgotten" war, then came home to live their lives and raise their families.

Portage veteran receives peace medal for service in Korean War

PORTAGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Portage veteran was surprised with a medal ceremony to thank him for his service in the Korean War. Members of 95-year-old Bill Grove's family gathered at the Portage American Legion to honor their father and grandfather for his service overseas. A luncheon was held in his honor for the occasion. The event, coordinated by Grove's granddaughter Denise Ott, involved months of work to make the ceremony happen. After talking …

'Patriotism is still alive today': Korean War veteran from Portage surprised with Korea Peace Medal

South Korea native Ben Chon waited at the American Legion in Portage Saturday to surprise Bill Grove, a 95-year-old Korean War veteran, with the Ambassador for Peace Medal from the government of South Korea.

Korean War Veterans finalizing picnic plans at July 9 meeting

Korean War Veterans Association Plateau Chapter 297 will meet at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at Shoney’s Restaurant at 4148 Hwy. 127 N.