Texts, illustration and maps provide a history of the Korean War.
A revisionist account of the controversial war examines perspectives on both sides of the conflict while assessing its cultural contradictions and lasting influence, placing particular focus on the roles of McCarthyism and the media.
The Korean War grew out of the Cold War, it exacerbated the Cold War, and its impact transcended the Cold War. William Stueck presents a fresh analysis of the Korean War's major diplomatic and strategic issues.
Despite the American tendency to bypass it, the Korean War from 1950 to 1953 was a watershed in American history.
Much of the history of the Korean War has been misinterpreted or obscured.
The story of the United States' role in the Korean War and President Truman's leadership.
His brilliant victory at Inchon and his later dismissal have made him a magnetic historical figure. The decisive strategies that he espoused are a rallying point for those who agree that the only aim in war should be total victory.
Through primary sources and personal accounts, informative sidebars, and riveting photographs, this book provides readers with an in-depth look at this "Forgotten War" to help them understand the reasons behind it, the important battles and ...
The stunning success of “Operation Chromite” at Inchon and the ability to overcome the multitude of de mands required of Allied naval assets during the first six months of fighting were tributes to Joy's leadership and direction.
Published on the fiftieth anniversary of the Korean conflict, The Korean War remembers the experience of the American fighting man in "the forgotten war."
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