North Korea Research Paper

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The paper I wrote explained the cause of the division of Korea and its impact on the modern world. I began writing with the understanding of nuclear threats from North Korea and the hope for peace and reunification with the Olympic games. I learned Korea split due to a competition between the United States and the Soviet Union over their belief in government and leadership. Additionally, I learned that the Korean War has separated families for over seven decades and that although there is a cease fire, many people still live their lives in terror. I also did not know that North and South Korea have previously discussed peace and that North Korea was so economically behind. During the process of writing this research paper, I developed an understanding

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