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U.S. Marine Operations in Korea - The Pusan Perimeter
On June 25, 1950, most Americans barely noticed the headlines about civil unrest in Korea, unaware that this distant peninsula would soon become the backdrop for one of the most significant military campaigns in U.S. history, marked by tremendous sacrifice in both lives and resources. The Marines of the 1st Brigade, renowned for their expertise in amphibious assaults, were called to demonstrate their adaptability in intense ground combat. Throughout the fierce battles within the Pusan…
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