VII. The Contemporary Period, 1945–2000 > G. East Asia, 1945–2000 > 3. Korea (North and South), 1945–2000 > 1949, June 29
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1949, June 29
 
The U.S. completed its withdrawal of occupation forces from South Korea.  1
 
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The UN commission, reporting on its failure to mediate between North and South Korea, warned of a possible civil war. Sporadic fighting was occurring along the 38th parallel, sometimes assuming the proportions of major battles.  2
 
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For alleged violations of the National Security Law, the Rhee regime arrested 16 assemblymen for overriding his veto on a land reform measure and for demanding his cabinet's resignation.  3
 
 
 
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