All Battles

Heartbreak Ridge

1951 • Gangwon Stellungskrieg
KOREA....KOREAN CONFLICT: Heartbreak Ridge in Korea as seen from the north. NARA FILE#: 111-SC-382926

KOREA....KOREAN CONFLICT: Heartbreak Ridge in Korea as seen from the north. NARA FILE#: 111-SC-382926

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Historical Overview

The Battle of Heartbreak Ridge, also known as the Battle of Wendengli, was a month-long battle in the Korean War which took place between 13 September and 15 October 1951. After withdrawing from Bloody Ridge, the Korean People's Army (KPA) set up new positions just 1,500 yards (1,400 m) away on a 7-mile (11 km) long hill mass. If anything, these defenses were even more formidable than on Bloody Ridge.

Quick Facts

Outcome:UN victory.

UN (USA/France)

  • Commander: Robert Young
  • Strength: ca. 18.000
  • Casualties: 3700

NK / China

  • Commander: unbekannt
  • Strength: ca. 20.000
  • Casualties: 25000

Strategic Context

Improving UN lines during peace negotiations.

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Historical Locations

Exact location not recorded in historical records