Pyeongtaek City Presents Medal of Valor to Family of Korean War Veteran

[Suwon Ilbo=Correspondent Seo Dong-young] Pyeongtaek City presented a Medal of Valor on behalf of the Defense Minister to the family of an award recipient residing in Bigeon-dong on the 13th.

The decorated serviceman, the late Sergeant Yoo Jae-gwon, participated in the Korean War and distinguished himself through his service. His medal was designated for presentation in 1954.

However, he did not receive the medal at that time. The Defense Ministry's Task Force for Finding Medal of Valor Recipients from the Korean War uncovered records of his service, leading to today's presentation ceremony.

"I am pleased to have discovered and honored the merits of the late Sergeant Yoo Jae-gwon, who dedicated himself to our nation, albeit belatedly," said Pyeongtaek Mayor Jung Jang-seon. "Going forward, I will do my best to elevate the honor of our national heroes and strengthen their recognition and treatment."