Korean Augmentation to the United States Army (KATUSA; [1] Korean: 카투사) is a branch of the Republic of Korea Army that consists of Korean enlisted personnel who are seconded to the …

The Korean Augmentation to the United States Army (KATUSA) Soldier Program was initiated on 15 July 1950 by an informal agreement between the Honorable Syngman Rhee, President...

With the establishment of the ROKA training center in 1963, from 1968, this practice ended and KATUSA Soldiers began to spend their whole military tour in the U.S. Army. Today, Eighth …

Oct 8, 2024 · The KATUSA program is a unique and invaluable asset not only in 2ID/RUCD but also for the U.S. Army. It enhances operational effectiveness and strengthens the alliance …

Aug 14, 2024 · Eighth Army has stated the KATUSA program increases the ROK-U.S. combined defense capability on the Korean peninsula.

The KATUSA program provides the U.S. military with Korean-speaking soldiers, allowing greater military functionality and maneuverability throughout the Korean peninsula. KATUSA soldiers …

Today, young South Korean men planning to conduct their mandatory military service obligation can apply to become a KATUSA if they have a command of the English language and if …

Korean Augmentation to the United States Army (KATUSA) is a scheme of military duty in South Korea. Under this program, soldiers in the South Korean Army are given posts in U.S. Army …

Aug 14, 2023 · Today, young South Korean men planning to conduct their mandatory military service obligation can apply to become a KATUSA if they have a command of the English …

Jun 14, 2024 · On July 15, 1950, just three weeks after the Korean War began, the two leaders initiated the KATUSA program, informally marking the start of a long and rich history of …