The Korean War 1950 1953 It began on

The Korean War, 1950 -1953 It began on June 25, 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea. At first, no other countries were involved. The United States became involved to help South Korea. American troops drove North Korean troops to the Chinese border. Chinese troops became involved. From 1950 to 1953, both sides fought battles. The war ended in an armistice (peace without a formal treaty). The new border was essentially where the war had begun. Approximately three million people died.

Three Important Geographic Lines Mid-Korea In 1945, Korea was divided at the 38 th parallel: The Soviets controlled the North. The United States controlled the South. All the way to the south In September, 1950, North Korean troops controlled almost the entire peninsula. All the way to the north In November, 1950, American and South Korean troops controlled almost the entire country The war ended in 1953, at the same point where the country was divided in 1945 and in 1950.