Australian Korean War Veterans’ Night to thank warmly

Australian Korean War Veterans Night was held in Melbourne to thank warmly to veterans.

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Australian Korean War Veterans Night by consulate general of the republic of Korea in Melbourne was held.

Around 180 guests including Hon. John Eren, Minister for Veterans Affairs, Cr Catherin Cumming, Mayor of City of Maribyrnong and MAJGEN David McLachlan AO, President of RSL Victoria Branch participated in. 

The Consulate-General of Republic of Korea in Melbourne Mr Hongju Jo addressed the visitors a hearty welcome and thanked warmly to veterans.

Mr Hongju Jo, the Consulate-General of Republic of Korea in Melbourne (조홍주 주멜번분관 총영사) Source: Supplied

After speeches, medal presentation ceremony has been conducted. Mr Vic Dey OAM, National President of the Korea Veterans Association of Australia and Mr. Jong Gon Choi, President of Melbourne Korean War Memorial Committee were awarded the medals from Korean Government.

Mr Vic Dey OAM, National President of the Korea Veterans Association of Australia and Mr. Jong Gon Choi, President of Melbourne Korean War Memorial Committee were awarded the medals from Korean Government. (국민 훈장: 최종곤 멜번한국전참전기념비 건립추진위원장/ 국민 포장: 빅데이 호주한국전참전용사협회장) Source: Supplied

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Australian Korean War Veterans Night in Melbourne Source: Supplied

Australian Korean War Veterans Night in Melbourne Source: Supplied