The Korean Conflict

by Burton I. Kaufman

Book Overview

A neglected war in the history of the United States, the Korean conflict played a key role in greatly expanding America's commitments worldwide and contributed to the U.S. decision to engage in direct military action in Vietnam fifteen years later. This up-to-date, readable analysis and ready-reference guide to the Korean War is designed to help students and interested readers understand the causes, events, and implications of the War and to provide...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313299099
• ISBN13: 9780313299094
• Release Date: June 1999
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.4" x 9.5"