Soon after the war, starting from July 15, the Incheon Landing
was being mapped out. The landing was aimed at striking a blow
to North Korea. On July 15, General MacArthur suggested the
Incheon Landing to the General staff Office but it was denied.
The possible dispersion of forces and the geographical features
of Incheon were the reasons for opposition. Rather,
strengthening forces in Busan was considered a better idea.
However, General MacArthur noted that even though the tide at
Incheon varies more than 9 m, 6 hours is a sufficient time for
the landing to take place. He also noted that the North Korean
army was concentrating its military force around Busan and thus
was negligent to Incheon. He emphasized the psychological
effects of quickly retaking the South Korean capital Seoul that
is close to Incheon. General MacArthur did not concede his
arguments and finally got approval from the president on
September 8. From the Nakdonggang, the Allied troops made a
counterattack. At the same time, the US's 10th Co