HOW Korea became divided into North Korea and South Korea?

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10 May, 16:28

HOW Korea became divided into North Korea and South Korea?

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Angeline Hudson · Answer 1

When the Japanese empire was dismantled at the end of World War Two, Korea fell victim to the Cold War. It was divided into two spheres of influence along the 38th parallel. The Americans controlled south of the line - the Russians installed a communist regime in the north, later ceding influence to China

Frost · Answer 2

Answer: When the Japanese empire was dismantled at the end of World War Two, Korea fell victim to the Cold War. It was divided into two spheres of influence along the 38th parallel. The Americans controlled south of the line - the Russians installed a communist regime in the north, later ceding influence to China.