Korean War-Consequences Flashcards
How many casualties were there on both sides?
1.3 million
What were South and North Korea reassured?
That they would receive international support in the future
What did the UN prove with the Korean war?
That it could take action and succeed
Who did the USSR achieve close friendship with/
China
How was there an escalation in the cold war?
.It was no longer confined to Europe but had spread to Asia
.The war was the first direct clash between communist and American forces leading to an increase in defence spending
What was established after the korean war?
SEATO-South East Asian Defensive alliance)
How many casualties for the UN was their?
30,000 mostly American
What did The USA defence spending increase from?
12 billion to 60 billion
How many chinese casualties were there?
500,000
What % of industry was bombed in the North?
80%
What % of housing in the North was destroyed by bombing?
50%
