Today in History: The Korean War and Michael Jackson

Photos from the Korean War

Shortly after the conclusion of World War II, the People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and Republic of Korea (South Korea), broke out into war after North Korean troops cross the 38th parallel (a latitude that was said to be the dividing line between North and South Korea). The United States and United Nations supported South Korea while China and the Soviet Union supported North Korea. As Americans try to find compromise with North Korea, they fear the alternative may cause further battle with Russia and China, perhaps creating World War III. After 3 years, 1 month, and 2 days of battle, the war ended on July 27th, 1953 with a negotiated cease-fire.

Also, today in history was a sad day for the music industry, as the "King of Pop," Michael Jackson died on his bed in 2009. Moments after his death was reported, many online search engines, news sites, and social media such as Google, the Los Angeles Times, and Twitter, slowed down and crashed. Many grieved and gave tributes to him by placing flowers around his Hollywood Walk of Fame and other significant locations. Many celebrities gave tribute to Michael on their tours, where they perform many of his famous dance moves. 

Michael Jackson's famous
Smooth Criminal lean

Michael Jackson's This Is It, a documentary about Jackson, was due to premiere July 13th, 2009 , but was delayed due to his death eighteen days prior. After it finally premiered on October 28th, 2009, it became the most highly grossed documentary in film history. 

I had the opportunity to watch Michael Jackson One in Las Vegas, a Cirque du Soleil dedicated for Michael. With his top hits playing and dances that were performed, it was an amazing tribute and defiantly a reminiscence of Michael Jackson's legacy. Michael Jackson was truly a Smooth Criminal that revolutionized music and dance, and will forever be remembered as the King of Pop.