New Jersey commemorates the 70th anniversary of the armistice that ended the Korean War.

New Jersey commemorates the 70th anniversary of the armistice that ended the Korean War on July 27, 1953. The resolution highlights the significant sacrifices made by American and New Jersey soldiers, with over 33,000 American deaths and 100,000 injuries, and 836 New Jersey residents killed or missing in action. The Korean War, often called the "forgotten war," saw the United States and the Republic of Korea form a mutual defense treaty. The resolution also notes the involvement of 22 countries, including the United States, in assisting the Republic of Korea.

New Jersey commemorates the 70th anniversary of the armistice that ended the Korean War.

New Jersey commemorates the 70th anniversary of the armistice that ended the Korean War on July 27, 1953. The resolution highlights the significant sacrifices made by American and New Jersey soldiers, with over 33,000 American deaths and 100,000 injuries, and 836 New Jersey residents killed or missing in action. The Korean War, often called the "forgotten war," saw the United States and the Republic of Korea form a mutual defense treaty. The resolution also notes the involvement of 22 countries, including the United States, in assisting the Republic of Korea.