Justo Gomez
Bio
Justo Gomez was born on February 2, 1929, in Colombia. He eventually joined the military and served in Bogotá, where he gained valuable training and experience. During the Korean War, he was deployed to Korea, arriving in some of the harshest winter conditions. Despite facing these extreme hardships, he served courageously on the front lines. Justo took pride in having assisted South Korea during a critical period in its history. The progress that South Korea made after the war filled him with hope for a brighter future.
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The Road to Prosperity
Justo Gomez reflects on his time in Korea at the end of his duty there. He recalls feeling a sense of tranquility when the armistice was signed. He discusses the long road to prosperity that lay ahead for South Korea and admires the progress the nation has made.
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Then to Now
Justo Gomez acknowledges the significant growth and accomplishments of South Korea since the war. His wife recalls the stories he has told about the poverty and the orphaned children during that time. He admits that these memories are particularly painful to reflect on.
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