Question

In Korea the Government forces, which were armed to prevent border raids and to preserve internal security, were attacked by invading forces from North Korea. The Security Council of the United Nations called upon the invading troops to cease hostilities and to withdraw to the 38th parallel. This they have not done, but on the contrary have pressed the attack. The Security Council called upon all members of the United Nations to render every assistance to the United Nations in the execution of this resolution. In these circumstances I have ordered United States air and sea forces to give the Korean Government troops cover and support.

–President Truman, 1950


How does President Truman respond to the hostilities on the Korean Peninsula?

He declares war on North Korea.

He orders US military assistance for South Korea.

He asks the United Nations to take further action.

He orders armed raids on the DMZ.

Answer 1

He orders US military assistance for South Korea.

Evidence: Truman says he "ordered United States air and sea forces to give the Korean Government troops cover and support" after the UN called for members to render assistance.