The five battles of the Korean War fought in and around the city of Seoul are known as the Battle of Seoul:
- First Battle of Seoul - North Korean capture of Seoul in July 1950
- Second Battle of Seoul - United Nations forces capture Seoul from the North Koreans in September 1950, following the Battle of Inchon
- Third Battle of Seoul - The Chinese People's Volunteer Army capture of Seoul in January 1951
- Operation Ripper - United Nations forces recapture of Seoul for the second time in March 1951.
- Fifth Battle of Seoul - The Chinese People's Volunteer Army attempt to recapture Seoul during the Chinese Spring Offensive in April 1951.
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