7.2 - Korean War

China becomes communist

Mao Zedong

Leader of China; Offered support to Kim Il-Sung in hopes of future Soviet support for an invasion of Taiwan

Joseph McCarthy

Domino Effect

United Nations

UN Security Council

Korean War

June 25, 1950 - 90,000 N. Korean soldiers invaded SK across the 38th parallel; US viewed it as clear example of Soviet expansionism; July 1st - US troops along with other nations began to arrive in Korea

38th Parallel

Following WWII, Korea divided by the USSR and the USA; meant to be temporary but established different administrations; North led by Kim Il-Sung & South by Syngman Rhee

Kim Il Sung

Led North Korea; reached out to USSR to help unify the nation;