Asian Pacific Americans in the United States Army

In the years following World War II, Asian/Pacific Americans gained greater acceptance into American society, thanks in large measure to their outstanding contributions to the war effort. A large number of World War II veterans remained in the U.S. Army during the Korean War (1950-1953). As combat veterans, they helped to train and lead new Soldiers, which included more Asian/Pacific Americans, into combat against the communist North Korean and Chinese forces.