After the Japanese lost control of Korea, it was divided into Democratic South Korea and Communist North Korea. North Korea was backed by the Soviet Union and the South was backed by the U.S. After WWII ended, the US forces stationed in South Korea were cut back. In June 1949, Soviet Union began to stock up after they concluded that the U.S. wouldn't fight back an attack by the north. In June 25, 1950,there was a surprise attack on South Korea by the North. The Northern forces pushed Southern forces all the way back to the southern most corner called Pusan. In June 27th, Truman ordered troops stationed in Japan to intervene. With the new troops, and the under the leadership General MacArthur, the northern forces were pushed back until China intervened in November of 1950. This continued on until both sides signed an armistice in July 1953, ending the war.
the picture you used helps greatly in illustrating the harshness of he conditions. the attention to detail was also apparent it was greatly appreciated. : )
ReplyDeleteI agree with Emily, the picture really helps to illustrate the harshness. Very good narrative of what occurred after Korea was divided.
ReplyDeleteYO FUMI!!!!...and Maya
ReplyDeleteNice picture and summary. Although it is relatively short, the summary is succinct and informative. Thanks for all the hard work you guys! -.^
I like the picture; it really proves your points. I think explaining background information in the beginning would be helpful.
ReplyDeleteThis is very interesting. I did my article about on the beginning of the Korean war. And it is very interesting to read what happened during and after the war. nice.
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ReplyDeleteArticle was nice overall but one things. One should type out what one is going to abbreviate later in your article before you actually use the abbreviation.
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