The Mistaken History of the Korean War : What We Got Wrong Then and Now

Much of the history of the Korean War has been misinterpreted or obscured. Intense propaganda and limited press coverage during the war, coupled with vague objectives and an incomplete victory, resulted in a popular narrative of partial truth and factual omission. Battlefield stories—essentially true but often missing significant data—added an element of myth. Drawing on a range of sources, the author, a Korean War veteran, reexamines the war's causes, costs and outcomes.

"Details the injustices endured by those who served in Korea…The author raises questions about the treatment of Korean War vets suffering from PTSD as well as the lack of appreciation the troops received upon returning home…. Anyone wanting to comprehend the meaning of the Korean War for Americans cannot go wrong with this book…. essential" - Choice

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