In the summer of 1950, British and Australian troops were dispatched to fight with UN forces in the savage struggle against communism in Korea. The 27th Brigade the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders and the Middlesex battalions, soon joined by the Royal Australians spearheaded the UN drive north. After a spectacular series of battles, victory beckoned, and the 27th Brigade was halted to allow the Americans the glory of reaching the Chinese border. But across the rugged border, in a shock counter-offensive, China stormed south. In a desperate action, 27th Brigade fought its way out of the trap.
