North Korean Invasion of the South, June 1950 Flashcards

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What line divided North and South Korea before the invasion in June 1950?

The 38th parallel divided North and South Korea.

Who was the leader of North Korea and who was the leader of South Korea in June 1950?

Kim Il Sung led North Korea and Syngman Rhee led South Korea.

On what date did North Korean forces invade South Korea?

North Korean forces invaded South Korea on 25 June 1950.

What was North Korea’s main aim when it invaded the South in June 1950?

North Korea wanted to unite all of Korea under communist rule.

Which country mainly supplied weapons and training to North Korea before the June 1950 invasion?

The Soviet Union mainly supplied weapons and training to North Korea.

How did the North Korean army start the invasion on 25 June 1950?

It launched a large surprise attack across the 38th parallel with tanks and artillery.

Why was the South Korean army unable to stop the first North Korean attack?

It was poorly armed, had no tanks, and was caught by surprise.

How quickly did North Korean forces capture Seoul, the capital of South Korea?

They captured Seoul within about three days, by 28 June 1950.

By late summer 1950, to which part of Korea had South Korean forces been pushed back?

They were pushed back to a small area in the south-east around the port of Pusan.

What happened to many civilians in South Korea because of the June 1950 invasion?

Many civilians were killed or wounded, and large numbers fled their homes as refugees.

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