How did North Korea come to have a communist government?
After Japan’s defeat in 1945 train North and South Korea. However, the Soviet Union interfered with free elections and establish a communist government in North Korea 30. At what parallel are North and South Korea divided? North and South Korea are divided at the 38th parallel. 31. Why were U.N. troops sent to South Korea? U.N. troops, largely American forces, were sent South Korea to help them protect themselves against communist aggression. 32. What famous American Gen. and World War II hero led the UN forces in South Korea? The UN forces were led by American Gen. Douglas MacArthur. 33. How did Gen. Carter want to secure victory over North Korea? Gen. MacArthur wanted to bomb China’s military bases along the Yalu River, blockade Chinese ports, and incorporate Chiang Kai-shek Nationalist army. 34. Gen. MacArthur was quoted in speaking to Congress saying “history teaches with unmistakable emphasis that appeasement but begets new bloodier war.” Who in World War II was best known for app
