The Development of the Korean War- Phase 1 Flashcards
1
Q
When did the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea rapidly advance into the south?
A
June 1950
Helped by equipment from the USSR and China
2
Q
What city did they capture?
A
Seoul- the capital
3
Q
Where were the South Koreans pushed back to?
A
Pusan in the south east corner
4
Q
Where had Chinese troops amassed, ready for a move into Korea to support the communists?
A
Manchuria
5
Q
What forces were being assembled to fight back?
A
UN
6
Q
How many states had agreed to provide the UN military, economic and medical aid?
A
29
