The Korean War, also known as the Korean Conflict, is a historical event that took place from 1950 to 1953. It was a war between North Korea, which was supported by China and the Soviet Union, and South Korea, which was supported by the United States and other UN troops. The war resulted in the loss of millions of lives and left both North and South Korea divided. Other synonyms for the Korean War include the Korean Armistice, the Korean Police Action and the Forgotten War. Despite its many names, the Korean War remains a significant event in world history and has had a lasting impact on the Korean Peninsula and beyond.