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1960s North Korea hero recalls frozen Chosin action
Marine Pfc. George Amyette of the First Reconnaissance Co. 1st Marine Division faced the Frozen Chosin during the December 1950 retreat from the Chosin Reservoir. He survived cold, improvised cover, and a tense standoff with Chinese forces alongside Lt. Ernest Hargett as refugees and attackers converged on the snowbound road.
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George Amyette
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Chosin Reservoir
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First Reconnaissance Co
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Marine Division
Yalu River