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Dear Writer,
I am an American soldier who was recently drafted into the U.S army to go to Korea and help the South repel the Northern invasion. I do not understand why I should be involved in this war, and why America is interfering in this foreign conflict. I feel that I should not have to put myself in danger for a situation I feel is none of my concern. Could you give me some advice on why I have to do this?
American Soldier
Dear Soldier,
Being someone who lives on the opposite end of the globe, I understand why you might feel that the war in Korea is remote and unimportant. However, the war poses a threat to the safety of America, and a victory in this war is crucial for the security of the nation.
As a result of the Cold War between the US and the Soviet Union, the US adopted a policy of containment, which aimed to stop the spread of communism both at home and abroad. However, in 1949 China underwent a revolution that brought the Communist Party into power, and by 1950 it had become clear that the US strategy to contain communism in Asia had not been very successful. Therefore, the US must work harder to prevent the further spread of communism. North Korea is a communist country, therefore when it threatens the South, the US must intervene. Without the aid of the US and UN, South Korea could easily fall to the communists. If the South becomes communist, this will result in an increase in Soviet power.
I hope that this explanation convinces you on the importance of this war, and clears up your doubts and confusion.
Writer