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Korea - formerly owned by Japan – divides into U.S. and Soviet occupation zones along the 38th Parallel
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North Koreans launch surprise attack.
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Still ongoing. Currently in 'armistice'.
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UN breaks the Busan (formerly Pusan) Perimeter Cordon
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Chinese troops push UN forces back across the 38th parallel and capture Seoul. Ay de mi! (oh no)
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UN passes ceasefire resolution
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Due to insubordination, Truman kicks out MacArthur. 69% of the U.S. population felt grumpy.
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UN nations start military goods boycott of the People Republic of China.
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North Korea, China, UN sign an armistice. North Korea goes to communists, South Korea does not.
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The Cheonen, a South Korean ship, was sank by a North Korean torpedo, renewing tension between the two nations.
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North Korea fires artillery at a South Korean Island. Four South Koreans Killed.
