Korean War

It was the FIRST "Hot" battle of the war against communist aggression; the Cold War. More importantly, since the cold war is over; NUCLEAR WEAPONS still exist in other countries; and Korea proved that "Limited Wars (NON-NUCLEAR)", will be the ONLY type of wars that can be fought (other than "Police Actions" which involve restoring law and order and stability to nations such as in Iraq today). Any total war would involve Atomic Weapons.

Communist North Korea wanted to re-unite with it's Southern Counterpart. The free nation of SOUTH Korea wished to remain a non-communist country.

"The Dragon, part of the national flag design, is also a popular Welsh symbol. The oldest recorded use of the dragon to symbolise Wales is from the Historia Brittonum, written around 820, but it is popularly supposed to have been the battle standard of King Arthur and other ancient Celtic leaders. This myth is likely to have originated from Merlin's vision of a Red (The Native Britons) and White (The Saxon Invaders) dragon battling, with the Red dragon being victorious. Following the annexation of Wales by England, the dragon was used as a supporter in the English monarch's coat of arms."

The Dragon is important in China, enough to be the source of worship, but it is not red.

"The Chinese dragon is a Chinese mythical creature, depicted as a long, scaled, snake-like creature with four claws. In contrast to the Western dragon which stands on four legs and which is usually portrayed as evil, Chinese dragon has long been a potent symbol of auspicious power in Chinese folklore and art. The Chinese dragon is traditionally also the embodiment of the concept of yang (male) and associated with the weather as the bringer of rain and water in an agriculturally water-driven nation. Its female counterpart is the Fenghuang.

The dragon is sometimes used in the West as a national emblem of China. However, this usage within both the People's Republic of China and the Republic of China on Taiwan is rare.

Firstly, the dragon was historically the symbol of the Emperor of China. Starting with the Yuan Dynasty, regular citizens were forbidden to associate themselves with the symbol. The dragon re-emerged during the Qing Dynasty and appeared on national flags.

Secondly, the dragon has aggressive, warlike connotations that the Chinese government wishes to avoid. It is for these reasons that the giant panda is far more often used within China as a national emblem than the dragon. In Hong Kong, however, the dragon is part of the design of Brand Hong Kong, a symbol used to promote Hong Kong as an international brand name.

Many Chinese people often use the term "Descendants of the Dragon" (龍的傳人) as a sign of ethnic identity, as part of a trend started in the 1970s when different Asian nationalities were looking for animal symbols for representations.

In Chinese culture today, it is mostly used for decorative purposes. It is a taboo to disfigure a depiction of a dragon; for example, an advertisement campaign commissioned by Nike, which featured the American basketball player LeBron James slaying a dragon (as well as beating up an old Kung Fu master), was immediately censored by the Chinese government after public outcry over disrespect.

A number of Chinese proverbs and idioms also feature references to the dragon, for example: "Hoping one's son will become a dragon" (望子成龍, i.e. be as successful and powerful as a dragon)."

The widow's of veterans have few extra or new benefits. If their spouse had retired with benefits, they would continue to receive the ability to access military health care and shop on military bases, as well as receive some portion of their spouses' retirement pay.

Otherwise there is little to assist a veteran's widow.

My mother lost her health benefits pre 1982. I took her to a Navy hospital for a surgery. The surgeon told me, after surgury, that congress had cut widows health benefits. Soon after she received a new military ID, On the back it said "Benifits No" Widow WWII Vet

Your best bet is to contact one of the veterans organizations. The Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion can help you with databases and publications to assist you in locating your fellow comrades.

Harry Truman helped Korea with armies, food, warmth,and just being there!!They were a great help.But Korea always pays their debts.And they did already!!Go to Did Korea pay their depts back to America?See Ya!!!!!

Eisenhower promised to go to Korea to end the fighting

North Korea failed to conquer S. Korea...allied victory.

North Vietnam conquered S. Vietnam...allied defeat.

MacArthur became a general during WW I and remained so until h e was fired by Truman . As such he served under Wilson, Harding, Coolidge,Hoover, F. Roosevelt and Truman. Before he was a general, he served under T. Roosevelt and Taft.

Since Mao Zedong was the Communist Chinese leader, he was in agreement with Communist Russia.

The demarcation line between North and South Korea is located near the 38th parallel. This line essentially divides the two countries along the latitude of 38 degrees North.

Koreans use Korean language characters such as 안녕하세요

There are online translation programs on Google and Bing.

(The word TEST is 테스트 )

Because it was one of the causes of the war.

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1. Which Korea are you talking about... North Korea or South Korea?

2. When you've lived in either Korea long enough and can 'pass' as a North/South Korean, and can actually act, then I suppose you could become a North/South Korean actress.

the reason is the politicians suppress the people the are ruling,

That was the boundary chosen for separation.

South Korea is called the land of the morning calm because of its natural beauty of the high mountains and clear waters. The tranquility of the area is especially serene in the morning.

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Slogans such as "Better Dead than Red", Khrushchev's threat "We will bury you!", the Space Race (the race for the moon), nuclear powered submarines, the Cuban Missile Crisis of '62, SAC (Strategic Air Command), and the Vietnam War.

Here, I'll give you 10. I would choose the Changdeokgung Palace.

Changdeokgung Palace - one of the five grand palaces of Joseon-era Seoul. Literally meaning "Palace of Prospering Virtue", the complex is comprised of 13 buildings and 28 pavilions. Changdeokgung is at its most beautiful during the fall, when leaves turn colorful and start to fall in a gentle, gradual shower.

N Seoul Tower - a 236.7-meter communications tower built on top of a mountain in Seoul, enabling it to reach an elevation of 236.7 meters above sea level. The tower features 4 observation decks, allowing visitors to see much of the surrounding city for a fee. The 4th and highest deck is a revolving restaurant which makes a complete rotation every 48 minutes. Visitors must take a cable car up the mountain to be able to climb the tower. A café and gift shop are also available. The N Tower is especially endearing to couples due to one of its balconies, where they can hang locks with romantic messages and throw away the key, symbolizing the permanence of their love for one another.

Namdaemun Gate - this historic structure was once part of an ancient city wall. The gate, also called "the Great Southern Gate", suffered major damage from a fire back in 2008. The site is currently full of ongoing construction. Nearby Namdaemun Market acts as the wholesale center for South Korea, where gift items, accessories, textile, appliances and other items are for sale.

Admiral Yi-Sun Shin Statue - a monument to the 16th century Korean maritime hero who designed the turtle boat known as geobukseon, used in combating Japanese naval vessels during his time. The statue presides over Gwanghwamun Square along Sejongno Boulevard. A sunken plaza is being constructed under a water fountain in front of the statue, connecting the subway station and a ground-level plaza.

63 Building - this 249-meter building is the 3rd tallest in South Korea. 63 refers to the total number of floors: 60 are above-ground while 3 are devoted to basement levels. 63 Building has an IMAX theater, an aquarium, convention center, banquet hall, lots of stores, and an observation deck called the 63 Golden Tower. The building is located at the southern tip of Yeouido Park, a long and narrow island provided with nature areas, bike paths, and walking trails.

Songjeong Beach - Located in Pusan, this 2-kilometer long beach is made up of fine sand and weathered seashells. Songjeong is the most northerly of Pusan's beaches, and is open every year between July 1st to August 31st. Although it is not as commercialized as Haeundae or Gwangalli Beach, it also does not possess the same level of facilities.

Jongmyo Shrine - the oldest and most authentic of the Confucian royal shrines, dedicated to the memorial services of dead kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty. Jongmyo is listed among UNESCO's World Heritage sites and is also the longest Korean building of traditional design. The south entrance gate was reserved for spirits, the east gate was for the king, and the west gate was for performers of the sacred ritual.

Bongeunsa Temple - just north of COEX Mall and Convention Center, this Buddhist temple contains a number of buildings and statues. Bongeunsa is one of Korea's major temples, and has undergone many repairs and reconstruction. The complex also has a "Temple Stay Program" wherein visitors can experience the life of a monk for a few hours.

Chongdong Theater - near Deoksugung Palace is this small, modern-style building which houses the performance hall at the basement to shield theater-goers from the cold winter. The stage itself is very big in proportion to the hall, making the use of microphones unnecessary. Concerts in Chongdong tend to highlight the best of Korean music and arts, making it ideal for foreigners who do not have enough time to experience the length and breadth of traditional music.

Mount Pukhansan - a mass of granite near Seoul, a favorite nature trail for Koreans who wish to escape the stresses of urban life. Those who get to climb up Baekundae, its tallest peak, is treated to a 360-degree view of the capital. Historic Pukhan Fortress is within this area, as well as many Buddhist temples.

North Korea exists as a result of both Soviet and American occupation of the Korean Peninsula after the end of WW2 and as a result of North Korea's initial refusal to participate in the United Nations.

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There are 4,000 rivers in South Korea.

The U.S. failed to endthe North Korean regime. However, the U.S. did prevent South Korea from falling to communism.