South Korean Pres. Syngman Rhee addresses joint session of US Congress and lays wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

South Korean President Syngman Rhee and his wife bid farewell to the Eisenhowers at the White House. Rhee presents a proposal to the U.S. Congress advocating for an Asiatic army, supported by U.S. air and naval forces, to combat communism in China. While Congress appreciates his patriotism, they are not enthusiastic about his plan. Rhee also visits Arlington Cemetery to honor the unknown soldier.

Who bid farewell to South Korean President Syngman Rhee and his wife at the White House?

• The Kennedys

• The Eisenhowers

• The Trumans

• The Roosevelts

What was the main focus of President Rhee's proposal to the United States Congress?

• Military action against Red China

• Trade agreement with Japan

• Economic aid to South Korea

• Cultural exchange program

How did the members of Congress react to President Rhee's proposal?

• They were enthusiastic and supportive

• They applauded his patriotism but showed no enthusiasm for the proposal

• They rejected it outright

• They were indifferent and uninterested

What did President Rhee do before his next meeting with President Eisenhower?

• Met with the Vice President

• Visited Arlington Cemetery

• Held a press conference

• Visited the Lincoln Memorial

What was the purpose of President Rhee's visit to Arlington Cemetery?

• To attend a military ceremony

• To give a speech

• To lay a wreath on the tomb of the unknown soldier

• To meet with military officials