A Short History of the Korean War

By James L. Stokesbury

A Short History of the Korean War
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An examination of the world climate following WW II, and the state of the U.S. military prior to North Korean's invasion of South Korea; the landing and victory at Inchon; the negotitations for a cease-fire; the propaganda war; the prisoners of war issue; the problems of South Korea under President Syngman Rhee; and America's changing attitudes toward the war.

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