Causes of the Korean War
Tensions of what war contributed to causing the Korean War?
The Cold War
How many Veterans served in the Korean War?
5.7 million
Over which time period was the Battle of Porkchop Hill fought?
Spring and summer of 1953
What U.S. policy sought to prevent the spread of communism?
Containment
How were the veterans treated when they returned?
The were seemingly "forgotten" by the government and civilians.
When was the Pyongyoung operation?
1950
What gave North Korea permission to attack South Korea?
Stalin influencing Mao Zedong
What did the U.S. increase after the Korean War?
Defense spending
When was the battle of Bunker Hill?
1951
Why was Korea divided before the War?
The surrender of Japan caused the U.S. and the Soviets to occupy South and North Korea
Which part of Korea became an ally of the U.S. after the War?
South Korea
Who did the U.S. military fight against?
North Korean and Chinese communists