- The Korean War began on June 25, 1950, when North Korea invaded South Korea in the midst of Cold War tensions.
- Fighting between the two countries continued until an armistice agreement was signed on July 27, 1953.
- The war took place both in South Korea and North Korea, as the front lines shifted back and forth over the course of the conflict.
- Millions of soldiers from both North and South Korea were involved in the conflict, as well as troops from countries around the world that intervened on either side.
-The Korean War has left a lasting legacy, influencing regional relationships and security concerns to this day.