Often called The Forgotten War, the Korean War (1950–1953) was a major Cold War conflict that saw British forces join a United Nations coalition to repel North Korean and Chinese advances in South Korea. British troops fought in some of the most intense battles of the war, including at Imjin River and the Hook. Despite its significance, the Korean War is often overshadowed in public memory.

Legasee’s Korea Project

To ensure that British veterans’ experiences are preserved, Legasee has undertaken two major projects to record their testimonies:

1. Korea – The Forgotten War (2016) – With funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund, Legasee recorded 50 interviews with veterans in the North West of England. These testimonies formed the foundation of this collection, as well as a schools programme, and a temporary exhibition at the Tameside Local Studies and Archive Centre.

2. British Veterans in the Korean War (2017) – In partnership with the Korean War Legacy Foundation, Legasee expanded the archive by filming additional interviews with British veterans. These testimonies became part of an international digital memorial alongside veterans from the US and South Korea, ensuring a truly global perspective on the conflict.