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May 1, 2024 · Yi Song-gye (born 1335—died 1408) was the founder of the Korean Chosŏn dynasty (1392–1910). A military leader in the Koryŏ dynasty , he rose through the ranks by battling invading forces. He defeated his rivals and drove out the last king of the Koryŏ dynasty, taking the throne in 1392.
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May 15, 2024 · The Goryeo dynasty lasted until 1392 when Yi Seong-gye, the founder of the Joseon dynasty, took power in a coup. After serving as the power behind the throne for two monarchs, Yi Seong-gye established the Joseon dynasty.
May 17, 2024 · It was established in 1392 by General Yi Seong-gye, who later became King Taejo, the first monarch of the dynasty. The capital city of Hanyang, now known as Seoul, was chosen as the seat of power. Lasting for more than 500 years, the Joseon dynasty played a pivotal role in shaping Korea’s culture, politics, and society.
1 day ago · In 1392, General Yi Seong-gye established the Joseon dynasty (1392–1897) after a coup d'état that overthrew the Goryeo dynasty in 1388. King Sejong the Great (1418–1450) implemented numerous administrative, social, scientific, and economic reforms, established royal authority in the early years of the dynasty, and personally created Hangul ...
2 days ago · General Yi Seong-gye was chosen to lead the attack; he revolted, swept back to the capital Gaegyeong (present-day Kaesong) and initiated a coup d'état, overthrowing King U of Goryeo in favor of his son, Chang of Goryeo (1388).
May 15, 2024 · King Gongmin (1352–74) attempted a set of reforms to drive out the invaders and eliminate their influence from the court, but without success. Finally, in 1392, the newly emerged Confucian scholar Gen. Yi Seong-gye overthrew the shaky dynasty and founded the Joseon (Yi) dynasty (1392–1910).
