What is known as the forgotten war ?

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The Korean War is often referred to as the "forgotten war" due to its lack of attention in the media and public discourse. This three-year conflict between North and South Korea, which took place between 1950 and 1953, resulted in the death of millions of people, including soldiers from the United States, the United Nations, and other countries.

 

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The Korean War

The Korean War (25 June 1950 – 27 July 1953) is often referred to as the ‘Forgotten War’ due to the lack of public attention it received in comparison to other wars such as World War II and the Vietnam War. It is a war that is often overlooked in history books and is rarely discussed in the media.

Background

The Korean War was a conflict between North Korea and South Korea, which had been divided into two separate nations at the end of World War II. North Korea was supported by the Soviet Union and China, while South Korea was supported by the United Nations, primarily the United States. The war began when North Korea invaded South Korea in June 1950, and ended in July 1953 with an armistice agreement.

The Conflict

The Korean War saw a number of major battles, including the Battle of Pusan Perimeter, the Battle of Inchon, and the Battle of Chosin Reservoir. The war was marked by heavy casualties on both sides, with estimates ranging from 1.2 million to 4 million dead. The war also saw the introduction of new weapons, including napalm and jet aircraft, and the use of chemical weapons by the North Koreans.

Legacy

The Korean War was a major event in the history of the Korean peninsula, and its legacy is still felt today. The war resulted in the division of the peninsula into two separate countries, North and South Korea, and the establishment of a heavily fortified border between them, known as the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). The war also saw the introduction of a number of new weapons, and it served as a testing ground for the Cold War powers.

Keywords
Korean War, Forgotten War, North Korea, South Korea, United Nations, Soviet Union, China, Pusan Perimeter, Inchon, Chosin Reservoir, Napalm, Jet Aircraft, Chemical Weapons, Demilitarized Zone, Cold War.

 

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The Forgotten War is a term used to refer to the Korean War (1950-1953). It is called the Forgotten War because it is often overshadowed by the World Wars and the Vietnam War in popular memory.