Major Engagements
The Battle of Chosin Reservoir was fought across multiple positions. Each location tells a story of extraordinary courage and sacrifice.
The 78-Mile March
From the frozen shores of the Chosin Reservoir to the port of Hungnam, UN forces fought through Chinese encirclement in one of history's greatest fighting withdrawals.
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Nov 27 – Dec 1Yudam-ni, North Korea
Battle of Yudam-ni
The opening battle where eight Chinese divisions attacked the 5th and 7th Marine Regiments.
5th Marines, 7th Marines, 11th Marines Artillery
500US KIA
1,500US WIA
10,000Chinese Est.
Nov 28 – Dec 6Hagaru-ri, North Korea
Defense of Hagaru-ri
Critical airstrip defense and evacuation hub that saved thousands of lives.
1st Marines, Army Engineers, Marine Air Group
300US KIA
800US WIA
6,000Chinese Est.
Dec 7 – Dec 10Koto-ri, North Korea
Koto-ri and the Treadway Bridge
The famous air-dropped Treadway bridge operation that enabled the final escape.
1st Marines, 7th Infantry Division, 185th Engineer Battalion
200US KIA
600US WIA
4,000Chinese Est.
Nov 29Hell Fire Valley, North Korea
Task Force Drysdale
The desperate attempt to reinforce Hagaru-ri through Hell Fire Valley.
41 Commando Royal Marines, G Company 3/1 Marines, Army Infantry
162US KIA
159US WIA
500Chinese Est.
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Experience the battle day-by-day, from the initial Chinese assault to the final evacuation at Hungnam.
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