BURNABY, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Jun 23, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --
On behalf of the Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of Veterans
Affairs, Senator Yonah Martin joined members of the Korea Veterans
Association of Canada to commemorate the sacrifices made by Canadians
to protect the Republic of Korea during the Korean War. The ceremony
took place at the Korean War Memorial, "The Ambassador of Peace",
established in 2007.
"Our Government is dedicated to honouring both our Veterans and our
service men and women who still proudly defend Canadian values around
the world," said Minister Steven Blaney. "We will never forget their
service and their sacrifices in making our world a safer place."
"Today, we commemorate the role these brave men and women played
during the Korean War," said Senator Martin. "Our Government is proud
to honour their sacrifices and contributions. By attending ceremonies
of this kind, we are ensuring that future generations have an
appreciation of the courage and heroism displayed by those who served
in the Korean War."
The Korean War was one of Canada's most significant military
engagements of the 20th century. Canada was one of 16 countries to
join the United Nations multinational force in Korea. After an
armistice was signed in 1953, approximately 7,000 Canadians continued
to serve in Korea until the end of 1955, with some Canadian troops
remaining until 1957. A total of 516 Canadians made the ultimate
sacrifice in the pursuit of peace, freedom and justice for the people
of South Korea.
For more information on Canada's participation in the Korean War,
visit
www.veterans.gc.ca .
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