2026 Recognition Ceremony
On July 24, 2026, NDVA and Governor Pillen will be hosting a special ceremony at the Nebraska State Capitol to recognize Nebraska's Korean War veterans. Korean War veterans in attendance will be presented with a special challenge coin housed in a blue velvet presentation case (pictured right) in recognition of their service. More details on this event will be shared with registrants this summer.
For those unable to attend NDVA's Korean War Veterans Armistice Day event, we are working to partner with veteran service organizations around the state to provide them with materials to host their own events. Please contact your local veteran service organization for details on any events they may be hosting.
If your organization is interested in helping present these coins to eligible veterans, please reach out to Kira Keller at Kira.Keller@nebraska.gov or 402-471-0940.
Eligibility Requirements
The Korean War Recognition Coin is available to living veterans meeting all the conditions below:
- Must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces between June 27, 1950, to Jan 31, 1955;
- Must be a current legal resident of Nebraska or demonstrate Nebraska residency at time of entering service; AND
- Must have discharged under conditions other than dishonorable.
RSVP for July 24, 2026, Event
In order to receive a Korean War Veterans Recognition coin at NDVA's official ceremony, veterans must provide eligibility information and RSVP by clicking the button below or submitting this PDF application.