POST WAR WORLD 1946 1959
KOREAS PARTITION
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South Korean troops pushed back and took most of North Korea.
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all of south Korea was under communist rule.
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all except a small corner of south-east Korea was under communist rule.
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South Korean troops pushed back to the 38th parallel.
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Detailed explanation-1: -In June 1950 communist North Korea invaded South Korea. The United States came to the aid of South Korea at the head of a United Nations force composed of more than a dozen countries. Communist China joined North Korea in the war in November 1950, unleashing a massive Chinese ground attack against American forces.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Korean War (also known by other names such as the “625 War") was fought between North Korea and South Korea from 1950 to 1953. The war began on 25 June 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea following clashes along the border and rebellions in South Korea.
Detailed explanation-3: -On 25 June 1950 the KPA invaded South Korea and rapidly advanced southwards trapping South Korean and American troops in a small perimeter around the port of Pusan. The United Nations was quick to respond and immediately encouraged its members to support the South.
Detailed explanation-4: -June 25, 1950: North Korean forces crossed the 38th Parallel and invaded South Korea. The UN condemned the attack and passed United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 82, calling for the cessation of hostilities and withdrawal of North Korean forces.