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British troops suffer a friendly-fire strike on Hill 282

On September 23, 1950, British troops suffered a friendly-fire strike on Hill 282.

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The Event

On September 23, 1950, British troops suffered a friendly-fire strike on Hill 282.

The Wider Campaign

The Korean War incident exposed the difficulty of coordinating close air support with fast-moving ground forces.

The campaign in context

The engagement mattered for what it opened or blocked afterward. Its immediate result should be distinguished from the outcome of the larger war.

Reading the Historical Record

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About the Historical Recreation

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