History of Asia

How did the sides get chosen in Korean War?

North Korea:

- Supported by the Soviet Union and China

- Communist ideology

- Led by Kim Il-sung

- Aim was to unify Korea under communist rule

South Korea:

- Supported by the United States and its allies

- Capitalist ideology

- Led by Syngman Rhee

- Aim was to defend South Korea from communist invasion and reunify Korea under democratic rule