Korean POWs

* As a member of the first U.S. combat unit to see action in the Korean War (24th Infantry Division), I want to thank The Times for its editorial, “Tale of Betrayal Must Be Pursued” (Sept. 19).

For many years we have heard much--and rightfully so--about the plight of MIAs in Vietnam, but the 5,000-plus MIAs from the Korean War have been pretty much forgotten, just as the war itself was pretty much forgotten.

For more than 40 years the rumors have swirled around concerning the fate of my fellow soldiers who were missing in action, and the families of those men deserve answers.

GOLDY NORTON

Los Angeles

* The chilling revelation that over 900 American POWs were never returned, with the full knowledge of the U.S. government, is very depressing. It is well-known that North Korea is a cesspool of barbarians and needs to be so recognized. But to realize that our government went along with this madness without a thunderous response is a betrayal to all citizens as well as the forgotten GIs.

GEORGE DEW

Kernville