WHEREAS, July 27, 2023, marks the 70th Anniversary of the signing of the Korean War armistice agreement that marked the formal end to the war in 1953; and

WHEREAS, more than 54,000 American servicemembers courageously fought against the Communist invaders of Korea and gave their lives; and

WHEREAS, more than 103,000 American Military were wounded, with more than 8,000 American Military declared Missing in Action, and 7000 American Military taken as Prisoners of War; and

WHEREAS, the great State of Nevada also honors the 37 Nevadans who had Fallen and paid the ultimate sacrifice for our nation during the Korean War and who are now memorialized at State and National Memorials; and

WHEREAS, this so-called 'Forgotten War' will never be forgotten in our minds and hearts; and

WHEREAS, the willingness of the Armed Forces of the United States of America to put their lives on the line for the freedom of all people and peace in the world, is a lasting legacy of our great American Spirit and Honor;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOE LOMBARDO, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim July 27, 2023 as

KOREAN WAR VETERANS ARMISTICE DAY IN NEVADA