Battle of Kapyong Revisit
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - The Kapyong battle was a turning point in the Korean War and led to the success of reclaiming what is now South Korea. Canadians played a pivitol role in this battle. In April of this year Senator Martin travelled with 18 Kapyong veterans to South Korea. For many of the veterans this trip was their first time back to Korea since the war almost 60 years ago. During the visit, veterans attended a memorial for the Battle of Kapyong in the city of Kapyong.