Annual Korean War Armistice Day Remembrance
July 27, 2023 – 7:00 p.m.
Honoring Korean War Veterans and
Korean Defense Veterans on the
70th Armistice Day Anniversary
Reserved Seating for Korean War Veterans and Korean Defense Veterans
Hear the stories of the USS Orleck DD-886 extraordinary engagements in the Korean War and a South Korean’s life before and after the War.
Korean War Veterans Memorial in the snow, Washington, D.C. Jacksonville Naval Museum USS Orleck DD-886
Jacksonville Naval Museum USS Orleck DD-886 docked at
610 E. Bay Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202, Old Shipyard Pier 1
ADA Accessible – Free Parking
A Food Truck will be at the ship to purchase food from 5 to 8 p.m.
CLICK HERE for complimentary reservations. Reservations are required to ensure seating. The event includes a special offer of a complimentary self-guided tour of the USS Orleck DD-886 topside and and pilot house from 6 pm to 9 pm for reserved guests. Donations appreciated – Click here to donate to the Jacksonville Naval Museum.
Families and Friends of Korean War Veterans: Please bring or arrange transportation for Korean War Veterans to be recognized at this event. Veterans and Veteran Organization: Please seek out Korean War Veterans to extend your gratitude to our heroes and drive them to this event to honor their service. Some Korean War Veterans do not drive downtown in the evening.
Attn: Korean War Veterans – If you need transportation assistance, please call 904 228-9325
It’s up to all of us to reach out, honor, and thank Korean War Veterans before it’s too late.
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Donations of food, goods, and $15 gift cards for homeless veterans are always appreciated by the
We Can Be Heroes Foundation. CLICK HERE for info.
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