Historical Events tagged with "38th parallel"
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Partition of Korea Initiated by US Troops
In a pivotal moment following World War II, United States troops arrived in Korea to establish a division in the southern region. This action was a direct response to the earlier occupation of northern Korea by Soviet forces. The arrival of American soldiers meant that Korea would be temporarily divided along the 38th parallel, setting the stage for future geopolitical tensions. This partition was fueled by the differing ideologies of the occupying forces and was primarily aimed at overseeing the Japanese surrender in Korea. The situation was further complicated by the emerging Cold War dynamics between the US and the USSR.
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