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No. 044-95 February 14, 1995
No. 044-P:02/14/95:Secretary of the Army Togo D. West Jr.,

Secretary of the Army Togo D. West Jr., departed Korea today, continuing a seven-day trip throughout the Pacific to visit soldiers, leaders and family members stationed in various commands and activities.

West is scheduled to visit forces and installations in Japan, the Philippines and Hawaii. While in the Philippines, West will participate in events commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the liberation of Corregidor.

While in Korea, West visited with soldiers and leaders of United States Forces Korea (USFK), Eighth U.S. Army and the 2nd Infantry Division (Mechanized).

West will return from the Pacific February 17. For additional information, contact Maj. Jim McDonough, Office of the Secretary of the Army, (703) 695-1717.