General battle scenes from North Korea, 1950

General battle scenes from North Korea, 1950

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The video covers the clearing of sea minefields and the landing of the First Marine Division in Korea. It details the Marines' operations along the East Coast and the command structure of US forces, including the 10th Corps and 8th Army. The narrative follows the US forces as they reach the Yalu River, hoping for the war's end. However, the Chinese intervention on November 26 surprises the UN forces, altering the course of the conflict.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method was used to clear the intensive sea minefields?

Using magnetic lines

Deploying divers

Underwater drones

Explosive charges

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the landing of the First Marine Division not a traditional amphibious invasion?

The area was already secured by UN troops

The Marines faced heavy resistance

The landing was delayed by weather

The Marines used a new landing technique

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial task assigned to the Marines along the East Coast?

Capture a strategic hill

Mop up North Korean guerrillas

Secure a supply route

Establish a communication base

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two US forces were advancing towards the northern boundary of Korea?

US 1st Marine Division and 2nd Corps

US 8th Army and 10th Corps

US 7th Army and 9th Corps

US 5th Fleet and 3rd Division

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unexpected event occurred on November 26 that changed the course of the conflict?

A ceasefire agreement was signed

The Korean peninsula was divided

The Chinese forces entered North Korea

The UN forces retreated to the south