StarKist Holds Event To Commemorate Korean War Veterans

Korean Dongwon-owned StarKist is sponsoring this year’s annual Chosin Few Gala which will be held on October 4 in Arlington County near the company’s corporate headquarters. The event honors and reunites Korean War veterans who fought in the historic Battle of Chosin Reservoir and their families, for the 75th year. The celebrations include a cocktail hour with Charlie the Tuna, opening remarks from StarKist President and CEO Edward Min, dinner, and musical performances.

StarKist’s dedication to honoring Korean War veterans dates back to over a decade and continues this year through its sponsorship of the Chosin Few Gala. This ongoing partnership underscores the tuna brand’s deep commitment to recognizing the sacrifices of Korean War veterans and ensuring their legacy is never forgotten, read a StarKist statement. The Chosin Few are the soldiers who fought in the Battle of Chosin Reservoir in North Korea in December 1950 during the Korean War. The US, China, and the UK were involved in the conflict.