1953 ⟶ Korean War Armistice Agreement
An armistice agreement ends fighting in the Korean War, afte...
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1954
1966
🇰🇷 North Korea Invades South Korea, Beginning Korean War
North Korea invades South Korea, beginning the Korean War. The United Nations Security Council votes to intervene to defend the South. The Soviet Union cannot veto, as it is boycotting the Security Council over the admission of People's Republic of China.⟶
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🏙️ North Korean Forces Capture Seoul
North Korean forces capture Seoul.⟶
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🇨🇳 Second Chinese Intervention in Korean War
United Nations forces approach the Yalu River. In response, China intervenes in Korea again, but with a 500,000 strong army. This offensive forces the United Nations back towards South Korea.⟶
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🕊️ Korean War Armistice Agreement
An armistice agreement ends fighting in the Korean War, after Eisenhower threatens the use of nuclear weapons.⟶
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🇯🇵 U.S. and Japan Mutual Defense Assistance Agreement
U.S. and Japan Mutual Defense Assistance Agreement is signed by the United States and Japan.⟶
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💥 Armed Clashes in Korean DMZ Begin
Beginning of low-level armed clashes in Korean DMZ between North Korea and South Korea backed by the United States.⟶
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