Morrison Historical Society Program: Korean War

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Korean memorialIn honor of military veterans and the approaching Memorial Day observance, Morrison Historical Society has invited Terry Dingmon of Clinton, IA, as featured speaker on Sunday, May 17, 2015. 

Doors open at 1:00 p.m., with his presentation beginning at 1:30, at Morrison’s Heritage Museum, 202 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL. 

Dingmon will share his experiences during the Korean Conflict.  His talk includes a PowerPoint presentation, “Korea:  The Forgotten War.”

Morrison’s Heritage Museum is accessible to everyone.  Enjoy refreshments after the program and new exhibits.

 

Related articles are listed featuring Korean War veterans.

These vintage Korean War photos, taken for Life magazine, are unpublished.

“An American military man takes a nap, Korea 1951.”  Carl Mydans

Korea-nap

“F-86 Sabres, from the Fifth Air Force in Korea 1953.  The Korean War was the first conflict in which the Sabre saw action.”  Michael Rougier

Korea-Sabres

“American and United Nations troops enjoy a Jack Benny performance at a USO show in Korea, July 1951.”  Michael Rougier

Korea-USO

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