Michelle's father, Joseph Warech, served in the US Army's 25th Infantry during the Korean War. This photo was taken in 1951.

Original photo taken upon Joseph Warech's arrival in Korea.

Original photo taken upon Joseph Warech's arrival in Korea.

Joseph Warech, on duty guarding the bunker. 1951.

Joseph Warech taking a quiet moment to read a letter from home.

Joseph Warech and fellow unit members aboard a ship in Korea. 1951.

Joe Warech and fellow soldiers enjoy a USO show. 1951.

Portrait of Joseph Warech, Korean War veteran.

Joseph Warech in Korea, 1951.

1939 photo of Joseph Warech's family upon their arrival in Cuba, having escaped Poland and the Nazi regime.

A portrait of Joseph Warech's family, taken while living in Cuba.