Korea remembers - Williamson received a proclamation of thanks from the Republic of Korea (South Korea) in January of this year. It reads: "Ambassador for Peace Official Proclamation, Geroge M. Williamson. It is a great honor and pleasure to express the everlasting gratitude of the Republic of Korea and our people for the service you and your countrymen have performed in restoring and preserving our freedom and democracy. We cherish in our hearts the memory of your boundless sacrifices in helping us reestablish our Free Nation. In grateful recognition of your dedicated contributions, it is our privilege to proclaim you an "AMBASSADOR FOR PEACE" with every good wish of people of the Republic of Korea. Let each of us reaffirm our mutual respect and friendship that they may endure for generations to come. January 28, 2016. [signed] Minister, Patriots and Veterans Affairs, Republic of Korea; Chairman, Korean Veterans Association, Republic of Korea." Williamson was a veteran of two major wars by the age of 23.
