Douglas MacArthur
What forces did Douglas MacArthur command?
The United Nations forces
Who sided with South Korea?
The United Nations.
Who was Jiang Jieshi?
Jiang Jieshi was head of the Chinese Nationalists.
What is the 38th Parallel?
A line of latitude, 38 degrees north of the equator.
Why was MacArthur relieved from his duties?
Because he refused to obey orders.
Who sided with North Korea?
The allies.
Who was Mao Zedong?
Mao Zedong was the head of the Chinese Communist Party.
How many Koreans were affected?
Approximately 30 million.
What was one accomplishment of Douglas MacArthur? (Multiple Answers)
- Stopped North Korean advance near Pusan
- Carried out a brave landing at Inch’ŏn
- Advanced into North Korea
When did the Korean War start? (month and year)
June 25th, 1950.
Which side did the United States support?
The United States supported South Korea.
The line divided Korea into which two parties?
Divided Korea into the Communist and Nationalist.
When was Douglas MacArthur born? (month or year)
January 26, 1880
Which country led the United Nations?
The United States.
Why did the United States support South Korea?
The United States supported South Korea because if Jieshi lost, Mao would turn Korea and China communist.
Name one unfortunate result of the Korean division.(Multiple Answers)
- Families were split without being reunited
- Many casualties
- People fell into parties they didn't believe in
At what age, or what year, did Douglas MacArthur die?
He died in 1964, at 84 years old.
Did North Korea invade South Korea, or did South Korea invade North Korea?
North Korea invaded South Korea.
How was the conflict between Jiang Jieshi and Mao Zedong resolved?
In 1945, both leaders met under Harry S. Truman. This led to a 7 week talk to gain peace between them.
At what conference was the line decided?
The Potsdam Conference.