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Recognizing Cpl. Delbert L. White for His Service in the U.S. Army During the Korean War

Floor Speech

By: Zach Nunn
By: Zach Nunn
Date: July 26, 2023
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. NUNN of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and legacy of U.S. Army Cpl. Delbert White--an Ottumwa native who made the ultimate sacrifice as a prisoner of war (POW) during the Korean War.

Cpl. White was only 20 years old on December 1, 1950, when he and other members of the 2nd Infantry Division were captured by Chinese Communist Forces near the border of North Korea and China. Tragically, after several grueling months in a POW camp, Cpl. White passed away due to malnutrition.

For over 70 years, Cpl. White's remains had gone unidentified. However, thanks to scientific advancements, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency was able to identify Cpl. White's remains in September of 2022. At long last, Cpl. Delbert White was returned home to Ottumwa for a proper service and burial on June 16, 2023.

Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Cpl. White for his service to this country.

May we find inspiration in his story and forever remember his sacrifice.

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