Merlin Meyer
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Merlin was captured by enemies on April 23, 1951 (POW–Korea). He returned to military control on August 16, 1953 and was discharged from service in October 1953.
Korean War - Key Events
June 27, 1950
The United Nations Security Council adopts Resolution 83, authorizing UN member states to provide military assistance to South Korea. The Soviets, who could have vetoed the resolution, are boycotting the proceedings because the Nationalist government on Taiwan still occupies China’s seat on the Security Council. Seoul falls the following day.
These events are taken from the Encyclopedia Britannica
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