In recognition of the courage and unwavering patriotism of those valiant men and women of the Armed Forces of the United States who served during the Korean War, July twenty-seventh of each year is hereby designated as “Korean War Veterans Day”. The governor is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation each year calling upon the people of the state of Missouri to honor the men and women of the Armed Forces of the United States who fought for their country during the Korean War, and to observe that day with appropriate honors, ceremonies and prayers.