Here’s what happened when North Korea actually hit an American battleship
The Korean War had reached a stalemate by 1952, with the conflict grinding to a halt at the 38th parallel. Despite this, North Korea's situation was precarious, with the regime surviving largely due to intervention from China and Soviet airpower. The North Korean military was struggling on multiple fronts, including at sea.
The Korean People's Navy was vastly outgunned by the US Navy, with limited capabilities and outdated vessels. The country's shore batteries were also no match for American firepower. Further details about the North Korean military's struggles during this time are available from the source, including information about a specific incident involving an American battleship.
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