medal USO Korea

Historical information

Issued on the 50th anniversary of the Korean war

Significance

The USO provided entertainment for troops on active service in Korea. These were primarily for American troops, but others could attend.
The USO sites in Korea were at Camp Kim, Osan AB,camp Casey, Camp Humphreys, camp Walket and Incheon airport.
USO Centers provided a warm and comforting place where troops telephone, catch a movie, read a book, have a snack or just put their feet up and relax.

Physical description

Bronze medal with enamel insert

Inscriptions & markings

50th Anniversary of Korean War
U.S.O. medal

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