President Truman Orders U.S. Forces to Korea
On June 27, 1950, in response to the North Korean invasion of South Korea, President Harry S. Truman ordered U.S. forces to assist South Korea, marking America’s official entry into the Korean War. This decision was pivotal in escalating the conflict into a broader international crisis involving the United Nations. The move was based on […]
Korean War Begins
On June 25, 1950, North Korean forces crossed the 38th parallel into South Korea, initiating the Korean War. This conflict drew in not only the Korean nations but also military forces from the United Nations, predominantly the United States, and later, Chinese troops supporting North Korea. The war, which lasted until 1953, ended in an […]
President Harry S. Truman Orders the Development of the Hydrogen Bomb
On this day in 1950, President Harry S. Truman announced the decision to proceed with the development of the hydrogen bomb, marking a significant and controversial step in the history of nuclear weapons.
India’s Constitution Comes into Effect, Declaring It a Republic
On this day in 1950, India’s Constitution came into effect, declaring the country a republic. The date is now celebrated annually as Republic Day in India.
“Peanuts”
The beloved comic strip character “Peanuts” by Charles M. Schulz was first published on October 2nd, 1950, introducing the world to iconic characters like Charlie Brown and Snoopy.