The Korean War

Public Information Sheet

The year is 1950. The Second World War is over. The United Nations (UN) has been in place for just five years, and is working to promote global peace and security. Canada is brimming with optimism as Canadians look forward to a prosperous and peaceful second half of the 20th century.

Valour Remembered - Canadians in Korea

On June 25, 1950 the forces of North Korea crossed the 38th Parallel into the Republic of Korea. This marked the beginning of hostilities which were to rage for three full years and more, throughout that country known to its people as the Land of the Morning Calm. The magnitude of the assault made it clear that this was a full-scale invasion.

Camp Bonifas

Camp Bonifas is the base camp for the United Nations Command Security Force -- Joint Security Area (JSA). It is located 400 metres south of the southern boundary of the Demilitarized Zone.

Chronology of the Canadian Advance in Korea

Korean War Photo Gallery

Korea 1998 Pilgrimage

Veterans Affairs Canada marks the 45th anniversary of the cease-fire and honours the 26,791 Canadians who served in the Korean War with a pilgrimage to the Land of the Morning Calm.