Why did north korea invaded south korea?

The invasion started on 25th June 1950. North Korea propaganda claimed that it was a reaction to a South Korean attack. Truman was in Washington and he was outraged. Therefore the intervention and support of Stalin and Mao was critical, and a main factor in why North Korea invaded South Korea. read more

The war began on 25 June 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea following a series of clashes along the border. The United Nations, with the United States as the principal force, came to the aid of South Korea. China came to the aid of North Korea, and the Soviet Union also gave some assistance to the North. read more