POST WAR WORLD 1946 1959
KOREAS PARTITION
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major turning point in the Korean War, as it ended a string of victories by the North Koreans over the South Koreans.
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It was an american victory.
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Lots of people were killed.
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Not only did the battle help secure Seoul, it also saw the UN forces capture one of the most important airfields on the Korean Peninsula, the Kimpo Air Base. It is considered by many historians and military analysts to be the most decisive victory in the Korean War.
Detailed explanation-2: -A daring operation planned and executed under extremely difficult conditions by U.S. Gen. Douglas MacArthur, the landing suddenly reversed the tide of the war, forcing the invading North Korean army to retreat in disorder up the Korean peninsula.
Detailed explanation-3: -Both sides claimed victory, but this is beyond dispute-the Battle of the Chosin Reservoir ended any hopes of uniting the Korean Peninsula under the South’s rule. And to this day, the Korean War has not officially ended.
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.