The Korean War was a conflict that took place from 1950 to 1953 on the Korean Peninsula.It was a war between the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea),supported by the Soviet Union and China,and the Republic of Korea (South Korea),supported by the United States and other Western countries.
The war began on June 25,1950,when North Korean forces invaded South Korea,leading to a quick advance into the southern part of the peninsula.In response,the United Nations Security Council passed a resolution condemning the invasion and calling for military assistance to South Korea.The United States,along with other countries,provided military support to South Korea.
The war was marked by a series of offensives and counteroffensives,with both sides experiencing significant losses.The most significant battles included the Battle of Inchon,the Battle of Chosin Reservoir,and the Battle of the Imjin River.
In 1951,the front lines stabilized near the 38th parallel,which served as the dividing line between North and South Korea.Negotiations for a ceasefire began in 1951,but they were not concluded until July 1953.The resulting armistice agreement established a demilitarized zone (DMZ) along the 38th parallel,separating North and South Korea.
The Korean War had significant consequences for the region and the world.It marked the beginning of the Cold War in Asia and contributed to the division of the Korean Peninsula into two separate countries.The war also resulted in significant casualties and displacement of civilians,with estimates ranging from 2 to 4 million deaths.
While the Korean War is sometimes referred to as "The Forgotten War," it had a significant impact on global politics and continues to shape relations between North and South Korea today.
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