This song was written by Korean War Veteran Carl Murphy and professional Nashville songwriter George Teren. George has written hit songs for Brad Paisley Tim McGraw Gretchen WilsonTrace Adkins, etc. Carl and George wrote at the Operation Song retreat at Dale Hollow Lake, Tennessee. "The Forgotten War" tells of Carl's service in the Korean War. Operation Song is partnered with VA Voluntary Service. Their mission is to empower Veterans, active duty military and their families to tell their stories