Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir during the Korean conflict.

House Resolution

H.Res. 912

119th Congress

Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir during the Korean conflict.

In Committee

Introduced:Nov 25, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Darrell Issa

R - CA

Cosponsors

14

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Summary

This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir, one of the most brutal engagements of the Korean War. It honors the Marines, Army, Navy, and Air Force who fought against overwhelming Chinese forces in extreme cold.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir, one of the most brutal engagements of the Korean War. It honors the Marines, Army, Navy, and Air Force who fought against overwhelming Chinese forces in extreme cold.

Last updated: 12/27/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Recognizes 75th anniversary of battle (November 27 - December 13, 1950)
UN forces of 100,000 faced 150,000 Chinese troops in subzero conditions
Temperature dropped to -25°F with widespread frostbite casualties
Marines executed legendary fighting withdrawal to Hungnam port
Over 10,500 battle casualties and 7,310 frostbite/cold injuries
Second most decorated battle in U.S. history (13 Medals of Honor)
Evacuated 105,000 troops and 100,000 Korean civilian refugees

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Honors surviving Korean War veterans and their families, recognizes sacrifices of the "Chosin Few" veteran organization, preserves military history for future generations, and acknowledges Marine Corps and Army joint valor.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

912, 119th Congress (2025). "Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir during the Korean conflict.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hres-912