A Short History of the Korean War
by James L. Stokesbury
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A Short History of the Korean War by James L. Stokesbury
Details
War:
Korean War
Perspective:
Researcher
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
Asia
Page Count:
284
Published Date:
2009
ISBN13:
9780061976759
Summary
A Short History of the Korean War by James L. Stokesbury provides a concise overview of the 1950-1953 conflict between North and South Korea. The book examines the war's origins in Cold War tensions, the initial North Korean invasion, UN and US intervention, China's entry into the conflict, and the eventual stalemate near the 38th parallel. Stokesbury analyzes key battles, military strategies, and political decisions while exploring how the war shaped international relations and the Korean peninsula's division. Written for general readers, it offers an accessible introduction to this often-overlooked war and its lasting impact on global politics.
