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Where was the division in Korea?
The 38th parallel.
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Who occupied North Korea after WWII?
The Soviet Union occupied North Korea.
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Who occupied South Korea after WWII?
The United States occupied South Korea.
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Why did the Soviet Union believe the U.S. was not interested in Korea?
Because they were focused on Europe.
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Why did the Soviet Union not vote against United Nation intervention in Korea?
Because they were boycotting the UN.
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Why was the war labeled as a 'police action'?
Because it was framed as police action.
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Who commanded the troops in South Korea?
General Douglas MacArthur.
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Why is it called the Korean Conflict?
Because it was not officially declared war.
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Why is it sometimes referred to as the forgotten war?
Because it received less and less attention over time.