
2026.08.01 15:40
The 73rd anniversary ceremony of the Korean War Armistice Agreement was held on Monday, July 27, at 10:00 AM in front of the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Providence.
Attendees included Korean War veterans and their families, state government officials, Deputy Consul General Jeongryeol Kwak, and members of the Korean Association of Rhode Island—including KAARI Building Committee Chair Bongsup, Board Chair Chanho Lee, and Board Member Raymond Kim.
Following the ceremony, Deputy Consul General Kwak and members of the Korean American Association accompanied the veterans to the Bristol Veterans Nursing Home. There, they presented gifts prepared by the Consulate General—such as fans and blankets—and expressed their gratitude.
The day’s events concluded with a luncheon at a nearby restaurant, where attendees enjoyed friendly conversation with the veterans. The lunch was hosted by the Consulate General.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the distinguished guests and members of the Korean Association of Rhode Island who contributed to the event and joined us in honoring the veterans.


Veterans Affairs Chairman Azzinaro
Governor McKee
Lt. Governor Matos
Secretary General Amore
General Treasurer Diossa
US Congressman Amo
Deputy Consul General Jung Ryul Kwak
KAARI Bongsup Cho
RI Korean Veterans Commander Mende
RI Korean Veterans Commander Mende
Bob Mende
Korean War Veteran Bob Jaworski, Marge Walsh, Korean War Veterans Commander Mende
RI Korean War Veterans Commander Mende, Jimmy DeCastro
Deputy Consul General Jung Ryul Kwak and Korean War Veteran John Velucci

Bristol Veterans Nursing Home






