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These Images Show Intimate Look At Life At The Korean Demilitarized Zone

Geoffrey IngersollMar 29, 2013, 01:20 IST

via ROK Ministry Of DefenseThe Korean peninsula that talked of "unification" in January has devolved into acidic exchanges of vitriolic threats and military brinksmanship.

The Korean tension is far from over, and it's also long running.

There have been numerous instances of these types of exchanges, including exchanges of lead — now is no different, for two countries who've grown used to living at the lip of war.

That's why the 38th parallel, the "Demilitarized Zone," is one of the most heavily fortified border on the planet.