75th Anniversary of The Hungnam Evacuation

Join us for a full-day conference commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Hungnam Evacuation. Featuring expert speakers and personal reflections, the event offers a rare opportunity to honor the legacy of those who witnessed history firsthand.

In the bitter cold of December 1950, as UN forces and tens of thousands of North Korean civilians faced encirclement at Hungnam, a fleet of U.S.-flagged merchant ships performed one of the greatest humanitarian rescues in history. Among them, the SS Meredith Victory evacuated over 14,000 refugees in a single voyage without loss of life—earning its place as a symbol of courage and compassion.

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This Conference was developed and is being planned by the Apostleship of the Sea of the United States of America (AOS-USA), along with other maritime organizations.
The Conference ticketing, registration and financial arragements are managed through The Nautical Institute US West Inc. a 501 c(6) professional non-profit association.

The SS Meredith Victory, the ship that carried the most Korean refugees from Hungnam, was one of 150 vessels that supported the rescue of American and ROK troops and North Korean refugees. It was 450 feet long and 50 feet wide with five cargo holds, each with three decks. Based on the uncertain threat ashore the Meredith Victory was “double-banked” alongside the other vessels at the pier.
The ship faced out to sea and kept its boilers at full steam pressure during the twenty-six hours spent loading. To load, sixteen Koreans stood shoulder-to-shoulder on wooden pallets as they were lowered like cargo into the bottom holds where the fuel drums were stored. When each compartment filled, the hatch boards were put in place and the next level was loaded with humanity.
After the holds were fully packed, the overflow of people spilled onto the main deck where they stoically endured below freezing temperatures and frigid ocean spray that instantly iced surface structures.

MITAGS | Maritime Conference Center
Contact the conference center via the above link to arrange your stay before or after the event!
Great pricing, welcome for all, and thoughtful accommodations.

Info: -Honoring Korean War Veterans and Historical Framing of the evacuation

Info: Lunch Buffet at the Conference Center dining hall including:
Two homemade soups
Rolls with butter
FULL SALAD BAR
Pasta salads
Salads
Fresh fruit
CHEF'S SELECTION
Five hot items to include two protein entrees of fish, chicken, beef, pork or vegetarian, one starch, and two seasonal vegetables.
FULL HOT GRILL
Hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries, sweet potato fries. A selection of options, including steak and cheese, veggie burgers, and one Chef's Special.
FULL DELI
Pre-made sandwiches and a make-your-own selection, featuring fresh deli meats and cheeses, assorted toppings, condiments, and fresh homemade chips.

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