Korean War, 1950-1953

With the din of battle only a half mile away, these Korean War soldiers pause to receive communion during mass.

Behind the natural barrier of the Naktong River, United Nations forces dig in on a firm defensive perimeter during the Korean War.

Cleanup on Wolmi. Overcome by the swift and powerful invasion, these holed-up enemy soldiers surrender to the Marine attack force during the Korean War.

Thousands of civilians brave the icy waters of the Taedong River as they head southward from Pyongyang to escape the advancing Communist forces during the Korean War.

Armored units of the 24th Infantry Division guard convoy routes in the Eighth Army Sector during the Korean War.

A policeman searches a refugee's pack for concealed arms or ammunition during the Korean War.

A welcoming color guard greets members of the First Marine Division at Pusan during Korean War.

An infantryman from the 3rd Division mans a 75 MM recoilless rifle as part of the rear guard action covering the X Corps evacuation operation during the Korean War.

Heading down the rails for Hungnam, these North Korean civilians provide their own motive power on the railroad tracks during the Korean War.

President Harry S. Truman and General Douglas MacArthur meet for the first time at Wake Island.