Which conflict is known as "The Forgotten War" in the United States?

The conflict referred to as "The Forgotten War" in the United States is the Korean War. This designation stems from the fact that while the war occurred from 1950 to 1953 and involved significant military engagement, it has not received the same level of public interest or recognition as other conflicts, such as World War II or the Vietnam War.

The Korean War was a critical event in the context of the Cold War, as it was one of the first instances of direct military conflict involving communist North Korea, supported by China and the Soviet Union, against South Korea, which was backed by United Nations forces led by the United States. The war resulted in a stalemate and ultimately an armistice, with the Korean Peninsula remaining divided along the 38th parallel.

This situation created a lasting legacy of tension that continues to influence international relations today. The term "Forgotten War" highlights the lack of attention this conflict received in historical narratives and popular memory, despite its significant implications for U.S. foreign policy and Cold War dynamics. The other conflicts listed—Vietnam, the Gulf War, and the Cold War—have more pronounced recognition in American cultural and historical memory, contributing to why they are not referred to as "The Forgotten War."