Staff at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery Korea present a flag‑draped urn containing the remains of French Korean War veteran Jacques Grisolet to his family during an interment ceremony in Busan, South Korea, on May 27, 2026. Family members stand solemnly as cemetery officials complete the handoff, honoring both Grisolet and fellow veteran André Datcharry. The scene takes place outdoors among manicured grounds and memorial markers, reflecting the ceremony’s recognition of France’s sacrifice during the Korean War and its ongoing support to the United Nations Command.
260527-N-XB010-1016.JPG Photo By: Petty Officer 1st Class Desmond

United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK), Busan - The United Nations Memorial Cemetery Korea delivers the remains of Jacques Grisolet, a former French service member who served in the Korean War, to his family during an interment ceremony honoring he and André Datcharry in Busan, South Korea, May 27, 2026. The interment ceremony serves to honor France’s sacrifice, with around 4,000 deployed and 260 casualties during the Korean War, and express appreciation for France’s continued investment in the United Nations Command headquarters staff. The United Nations Command remains committed to honoring those who served and strengthening the enduring bonds between the Republic of Korea and the nations that stood together 75 years ago. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Desmond Parks)


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