How did the Korean War influence the geopolitical strategies and alliances of the major Cold War powers?
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Background: By the end of September, the American troops were able to clear the South of communists, but after China launched a counter offensive Un troops were driven out by UN troops and by mid – January 1951 Seoul was captured again. In June, UN troops cleared communists out of South Korea and peace talks started in Panmunjom, July 1953.
Consequences
In USA
American President Truman could take some satisfaction for having contained communism, but many republicans felt that USA lost an opportunity to destroy communism in China.
Impact on Cold war
Many states including India wanted to keep clear of the cold war and remain uncommitted.
Background: By the end of September, the American troops were able to clear the South of communists, but after China launched a counter offensive Un troops were driven out by UN troops and by mid – January 1951 Seoul was captured again. In June, UN troops cleared communists out of South Korea and peace talks started in Panmunjom, July 1953.
Consequences
In USA
American President Truman could take some satisfaction for having contained communism, but many republicans felt that USA lost an opportunity to destroy communism in China.
Impact on Cold war
Many states including India wanted to keep clear of the cold war and remain uncommitted.