The Kingsport Chapter Of The Korean War Veterans Association Has Gone Inactive. The Men Of Mountain Empire Chapter 289 Felt It Best To To Not Wait Until There Was A Last Man Standing. Its Members Still Remain Dedicated To Preserving The Memory Of All Who Served During The Forgotten War.

Left to right are Robert Shelton (founder of the chapter), Fred Rountree, Arlen Hensley and Fred Himelwright.