EVENT: Korea is split into two separate countries, North Korea a now communist country, and South Korea an anti communist country. Truman gives a speech declaring the U.S. will help stop the spread of communism-Truman Doctrine. "The second way of life is based upon the will of a minority forcibly imposed upon the majority. It relies upon terror and oppression, a controlled press and radio, fixed elections, and the suppression of personal freedoms" (Truman).
North Korea invades South Korea with the permission of Russia. President Truman stated "The Security Council of the United Nations called upon the invading troops to cease hostilities and to withdraw to the 38th parallel. This they have not done, but on the contrary ave pressed the attack" (Wilson). The U.S. joins the war, Truman sends soldiers to South Korea to stop the spread of communism.
The U.S. is defeated at Osan. The U.S. expected an easy victory, however, they were no match for the Korean Army.
The U.S. gets a victory at Inchon. Led by General Douglas MacArthur they invade and take over Inchon, from there they head to Seoul South Korea and regain control.
The U.S. reaches Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea,
China joins the war on North Korea's side, they are able to push back U.S. and South Korean forces.
General Douglas MacArthur is fired for disagreeing with President Truman about dropping a bomb on China. "With deep regret I have concluded that General of the Army Douglas MacArthur is unable to give his wholehearted support to the policies of the United States Government and of the United Nations in matters pertaining to his official duties" (Wilson).
The battle of Heartbreak Ridge- American and French forces battle China and North Korea for a month long battle, U.S. and France forces win.
North Korea and South Korea agree to a truce. The two countries are still separated, however they create a neutral zone called the Demilitarized Zone.
North Korea and South Korea fail to create a peace treaty at Geneva conference.