US Elections and Korean War

Flashcards about the US elections of 1948 and 2016

Who won the 1948 US election?

Truman won against Dewey, despite polls predicting Dewey's victory.

Who was the third candidate in the 1948 election?

Strom Thurman, a senator and supporter of segregation and Jim Crow laws.

What newspaper printed the wrong winner of the US election of 1948?

The Chicago Tribune printed copies with the headline 'Dewey defeats Truman'.

Which magazine printed the wrong winner of the US election of 2016?

Newsweek printed 'Madam President' magazine.

What event started the Korean War?

The North Koreans crossed the 38th Parallel and invaded South Korea.

Who led North Korea in the Korean War and who were their allies

Led by Kim Il Sung supported by communist Russia and newly communist China.

What was the role of the United Nations in the Korean War?

16 nations contributed but the US provided 90% of the soldiers and most of the funding.

Who launched the amphibious invasion at Incheon?

General Douglas MacArthur.

What was the original mission of the UN Security Council

The UN's mission was to protect South Korea.

What was MacArthur's plan to end the Korean War?

To nuke China creating a radiated area, invading China with troops from Taiwan.

Why was MacArthur fired by Truman?

For insubordination, in not following orders.

Who won the US election in 1952 and what was his campaign promise?

Dwight D. Eisenhower promised to end the Korean War.