The Korean War 1950-1953 The Korean War is considered to be Canada’s third deadliest war.
The Korean War
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THE KOREAN WAR
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Start North Korea launched surprise attack in
June 1950
South Korea’s Capital – Seoul – fell in 4 days
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United Nation Responds United Nations forces stop the attack
briefly
North Korea pushes the U.N. forces to edge of South Korea
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Inchon U.S. troops become involved heavily and
under General MacArthur make a daring landing in Inchon
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Surprise! Surprise tactic works and the North
Koreans are pushed back quickly
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Chinese/Soviet Involvement
Americans were warned to stay away from the Yalu region, or risk an all out war with China and the Soviet Union
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MacArthur MacArthur believed the Chinese were
bluffing and kept going- bringing the Chinese and Soviets into the war….oops!
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You’re outta here! Truman fired MacArthur for not listening and for sending a letter to a Congress-man criticizing Truman’s decision making abilities.
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End After a see-saw battle, the war finally
ended in July 1953 at the 38th Parallel and a more than 2 mile demilitarized zone.
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