The Korean War

By JBarthman
  • Korean War Begins.

    Korean War Begins.

    North Korean Communist forces invade South Korea.
  • U.S. Enters the War.

    U.S. Enters the War.

    Truman orders U.S. forces into Korea (June 27)
  • China Enters the War.

    China Enters the War.

    Chinese Communists enter the war.
  • MacArthur Replaced.

    MacArthur Replaced.

    Gen. Matthew B. Ridgway replaces MacArthur, the commander of unified UN forces, after he threatens Chinese with massive retaliation.
  • The End of the War.

    The End of the War.

    The Armistice ending the war is now signed.
  • Chinese Troops Withdraw.

    Chinese Troops Withdraw.

    Chinese troops finally withdraw from North Korea,