WHEREAS, the year 2021 marks the 71st anniversary of the start of the Korean
War; and
WHEREAS, 71 years ago, the United States and the Republic of Korea stood shoulder to shoulder on the frontlines of battle to protect freedom and democracy; and
WHEREAS, the United States and the Republic of Korea now stand together as allies and partners, economically and politically; and
WHEREAS, this enduring partnership between two countries will be sustained and further strengthened in the future; and
WHEREAS, we honor and remember the Americans, Koreans, and members of the 21 nations making up the United Nations who committed themselves to support South Korea and who paid the ultimate price, and
WHEREAS, we recognize that all Americans owe a debt of gratitude to Korean War veterans for their brave and selfless sacrifices;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jay Inslee, Governor of the state of Washington, do hereby proclaim June 25, 2021 as
Korean War Remembrance Day
in Washington, and I urge all people to join me in welcoming our distinguished visitors and celebrating this important occasion.