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Collection Overview
Scope and Contents of the Materials
This is an artificial collection created to provide access to materials related to the Korean War. At this time it is composed of propaganda flyers designed to entice servicemen to leave and go back home to their families.
Collection Historical Note
The Korean War began when North Korea invaded South Korea. The United Nations, with the United States as the principal force, came to the aid of South Korea. China, with assistance from the Soviet Union, came to the aid of North Korea.
Subject/Index Terms
Administrative Information
Repository:
Eastern Kentucky University - Special Collections and Archives
Acquisition Source:
Dorris Museum
Acquisition Method:
Gift of Thomas Forbes.
Box and Folder Listing
Browse by Folder:
[Folder 1: Korean War Propaganda Leaflets, 1950-1953],
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- Folder 1: Korean War Propaganda Leaflets, 1950-1953
- Single sheet leaflets with nostalgic pictures of home and family and cartoons showing that soldiers are fighting only for big business. Also included is a safe conduct pass from the Chinese People's Volunteer's Headquarters.
- Barcode: 31234013924822
