Jesus Cantu Salinas
At the age of 17, in January 1951, Mexican American Jesus was called to participate in the Korean War. He served for 2 years. He was hurt and once recovered, he continued his service in the Korean War. He was born in Northern Mexico, from where he migrated to California. While he was an engineering student at UCLA he was called to serve. He was shot once again, but this time the bullet was caught by a religious medal his mother had given him for protection. After the War, he returned to Los Angeles where he completed his studies and married; he later moved back to Mexico after his divorce. In Mexico, he settled in Monterrey, remarried and had a family and a construction company; he retired after many years and continues to live in Monterrey, Mexico. He is a hardworking, family man who enjoys music and movies. He was recently awarded with the Apostle of Peace Medal and recognized by Korean military and diplomatic representatives who paid him a visit to show their appreciation.
Korean War - Key Events
December 6, 1950
The U.S. Marines at the Chosin Reservoir begin their “attack in a different direction” as they engage in a fighting retreat to the port of Hŭngnam. Two entire Chinese armies have been tasked with the destruction of the 1st Marine Division. They succeed in driving the American force from North Korean territory but pay an enormous price: as many as 80,000 Chinese troops are killed or wounded, and the CPVF Ninth Army Group is rendered combat-ineffective for months. “Frozen Chosin” becomes one of the most-storied episodes in U.S. Marine Corps history.
These events are taken from the Encyclopedia Britannica
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