Isbn: 9798312515039 - the korean war: a quick read (5 risultati)

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The Korean War: A Quick Read is an accessible and engaging book designed to introduce readers to the key events and figures of the Korean War. With short, easy-to-read articles, the book covers significant moments such as the North Korean invasion of South Korea, the battles of Pusan Perimeter, Chosin Reservoir, and Pork Chop Hill, and the eventual armistice agreement that ended the conflict. It also highlights the major figures who shaped the course of the war, including General Douglas MacArthur, President Harry S. Truman, Kim Il-sung, and Colonel Lewis Millett. The book is structured to spark interest and provide a concise overview of the war, encouraging readers to explore more about the conflict's history, strategy, and impact. Whether for students or anyone new to the subject, The Korean War: A Quick Read serves as a great starting point for further study.\*Note these are the same articles used in our curriculum workbookTopics Included: Overview 1950 June 25 - North Korea invades South Korea June 27 - The UN calls for military support to aid South Korea. June 28 - North Korean forces capture Seoul July 5 - The Battle of Osan July 14-26 - The Battle of Taejon August 4-September 18 - The Battle of Pusan Perimeter September 15 - The Incheon Landing September 28 - UN forces recapture Seoul from North Korea. October 1 - South Korean forces cross the 38th parallel into North Korea. October 19 - UN forces capture Pyongyang, the North Korean capital. October 25-November 2 - The Battle of Onjong.November 27-December 13 - The Battle of Chosin Reservoir 1951 January 4 - China and North Korea recapture Seoul. February 1 - The UN condemns China as an aggressor in the war. March 14 - Operation Ripper April 22-25 - The Battle of the Imjin River May 20-June 10 - The Battle of the Punchbowl July 10 -Kaesong Armistice Talks 1952 February 18 - The Battle of Hill Eerie June 6-10 - The Battle of Old Baldy October 6-15 - The Battle of White Horse October 14-November 25 - The Battle of Triangle Hill 1953 March 23 - The Battle of Outpost Harry April 26 - Peace talks resume, focusing on prisoner exchanges. May 13-July 10 - The Battle of Pork Chop Hill June 8 - The US and North Korea agree on a prisoner exchange deal. July 13-20 - The Battle of Kumsong July 27 - The Korean Armistice Agreement July 27 - The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is established along the 38th parallel. August 5 -Operation Big Switch Legacy Key Figures General Douglas MacArthur (USA) President Harry S. Truman (USA) Kim Il-sung (North Korea) Syngman Rhee (South Korea) Mao Zedong (China) General Matthew Ridgway (USA) Peng Dehuai (China) Lt. Gen. Walton Walker (USA) Chesty Puller (USA, USMC) Colonel Lewis Millett (USA).…

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The Korean War: A Quick Read is an accessible and engaging book designed to introduce readers to the key events and figures of the Korean War. With short, easy-to-read articles, the book covers significant moments such as the North Korean invasion of South Korea, the battles of Pusan Perimeter, Chosin Reservoir, and Pork Chop Hill, and the eventual armistice agreement that ended the conflict. It also highlights the major figures who shaped the course of the war, including General Douglas MacArthur, President Harry S. Truman, Kim Il-sung, and Colonel Lewis Millett. The book is structured to spark interest and provide a concise overview of the war, encouraging readers to explore more about the conflict's history, strategy, and impact. Whether for students or anyone new to the subject, The Korean War: A Quick Read serves as a great starting point for further study.*Note these are the same articles used in our curriculum workbookTopics Included: Overview 1950 June 25 - North Korea invades South Korea June 27 - The UN calls for military support to aid South Korea. June 28 - North Korean forces capture Seoul July 5 - The Battle of Osan July 14-26 - The Battle of Taejon August 4-September 18 - The Battle of Pusan Perimeter September 15 - The Incheon Landing September 28 - UN forces recapture Seoul from North Korea. October 1 - South Korean forces cross the 38th parallel into North Korea. October 19 - UN forces capture Pyongyang, the North Korean capital. October 25-November 2 - The Battle of Onjong.November 27-December 13 - The Battle of Chosin Reservoir 1951 January 4 - China and North Korea recapture Seoul. February 1 - The UN condemns China as an aggressor in the war. March 14 - Operation Ripper April 22-25 - The Battle of the Imjin River May 20-June 10 - The Battle of the Punchbowl July 10 -Kaesong Armistice Talks 1952 February 18 - The Battle of Hill Eerie June 6-10 - The Battle of Old Baldy October 6-15 - The Battle of White Horse October 14-November 25 - The Battle of Triangle Hill 1953 March 23 - The Battle of Outpost Harry April 26 - Peace talks resume, focusing on prisoner exchanges. May 13-July 10 - The Battle of Pork Chop Hill June 8 - The US and North Korea agree on a prisoner exchange deal. July 13-20 - The Battle of Kumsong July 27 - The Korean Armistice Agreement July 27 - The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is established along the 38th parallel. August 5 -Operation Big Switch Legacy Key Figures General Douglas MacArthur (USA) President Harry S. Truman (USA) Kim Il-sung (North Korea) Syngman Rhee (South Korea) Mao Zedong (China) General Matthew Ridgway (USA) Peng Dehuai (China) Lt. Gen. Walton Walker (USA) Chesty Puller (USA, USMC) Colonel Lewis Millett (USA) This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…