When is National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day?
Thursday July 27thNorth Korean forces crossed the border into South Korea on June 25, 1950, the first war of the Cold War-era, erupted, as North Korean forces crossed the border into South Korea. The war will last three years, involving troops from around the world and costing millions of lives. National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day commemorates the conclusion of the Korean War on July 27, 1953, as well as those who served during this often forgotten war.
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Pre-war history
Unlike World War II, World War II, the Vietnam War, and The War on Terror, the Korean War's intricacy, location, and timing have caused history to gloss over the conflict. For centuries, Japan and China ruled Korea, claiming the disputed territory on Korea. Following World War II, the Allied forces liberated Korea, dividing it into separate occupied zones. In more recent history, Japan annexed Korea, and following World War II, the Allied forces liberated Korea, dividing it into two occupied zones. The 38th parallel was drawn, establishing a Communist North Korea and a South Korean republic. The dividing line was drawn on the 38th parallel, establishing a Communist North Korea and a South Korean republic.