We regret to inform you that the Korean War Tribute at Tanaka Farms on Saturday 9/10/22 has been postponed. Due to the forecasts of rain and lightning, the decision was made for the safety of our participants and guests. We hope to have a replacement date that you will be able to attend.
Thank you for your interest in this event and your continued support of our veterans.
-Veterans Memorial Court Alliance
Veterans Memorial Court Alliance in conjunction with Kazuo Masuda Memorial VFW Post 3670, Gardena Nisei Memorial Post 1961, Tanaka Farms and OCO Club proudly present: 2022 Korean War Veterans Tribute & Speaker Forum.
September 10, 2022 11 a.m. luncheon,
12 p.m. program
Tanaka Farms, 5380 3/4 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
Business casual & dressy Aloha attire.
Admission and luncheon are complimentary with confirmed reservations. RSVP by 8/29/22 to VMCAEVENTS@gmail.com or Kristyn Hayashi (714) 393-3517.
The program will include a panel of four Korean War veterans who will share their experiences during the conflict, as well as presentation of the Ambassador for Peace Medal to Korean War Veterans by the Consul General of Korea.
The Embassy of the Republic of South Korea is seeking Korean War Veterans to honor with the “Ambassador for Peace Medal.”
Korean War Veterans may be eligible for the Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal, which is an expression of appreciation from the Korean government to U.S. service men and women who served in the Korean conflict.
To be eligible, the veterans must have served in Korea during the War from June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953.
Families may apply for their deceased service member and have the Medal awarded posthumously.
For questions and to obtain the application form, please contact Les Higa at (949) 233-6363, LesHiga@gmail.com, or Consul Junghee Mun (213) 651-3452, jhmun22@mofa.go.kr.
The deadline for the application to reach the Korean Consul General is 8/26/22.