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Rex Sheppard
I went to Korea a boy and came back a man". Watch Rex talk about...
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Clive Hewitt
Clive Hewitt was 19 when he went to Korea. He served with the Royal...
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About Korean War (1950–53)
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.
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Korean War (1950–53) is part of the collection:
War and Conflict from 1946 to 1989
Join us in honoring the legacy of and inspiring future generations with the power of human resilience and international cooperation. Through our interviews and lesson plans, you can help to ensure that the stories of continue to be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.
