Hey both of my parents are dead. Do you know of any other famous orphans or foundlings?
Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that. You're in good company though as notable orphans have gone on to be world leaders, figures in science and business and celebrated writers!
Who are some orphans that have gone on to be world leaders?
I'm not sure but I was surprised that the United Nations defines an orphan as anyone who loses one parent. It can be through either abandonment or death. 
That is interesting! I thought it was both parents. What else do you know about orphans around the world?
Well, I know that after the Korean War in 1953, many kids were left as orphans and many were adopted by families all over the world!
That is sad. At least they were adopted. What was the Korean war fought over? 
It was between North Korea, who had the support of China and the Soviet Union and South Korea, who had the support of the US. It lasted over three years!