Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir during the Korean conflict.

This resolution marks the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir , a critical and brutal engagement that occurred between November 27 and December 13, 1950, during the Korean conflict . It acknowledges the extraordinary courage and endurance of United Nations forces , including the 1st Marine Division, various Army divisions, and supporting Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps aviators, who were encircled by an estimated 150,000 Chinese People's Volunteers . The battle was fought under horrific conditions, with subzero temperatures plummeting to 25 degrees below zero Fahrenheit, compounding logistical challenges across rugged, snow-covered terrain. The resolution specifically honors the 1st Marine Division's historic fighting withdrawal, exemplified by Major General Smith's famous quote, "Retreat, hell, we're just attacking in a different direction." It also recognizes the immense valor of units like Regimental Combat Team 31 , which suffered devastating casualties, and the 3d Infantry Division, which provided a critical rear guard for the Hungnam evacuation . This strategic evacuation successfully extracted over 105,000 troops, vast quantities of equipment, and nearly 100,000 Korean civilians, saving lives and preserving combat power. The battle resulted in 13 Medals of Honor and 78 Service Crosses, making it one of the most decorated battles in U.S. history, and the resolution encourages observing December 1, 2025, as "Chosin Few Day" to remember these profound sacrifices .