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Namdaemun Gate, Seoul
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Namdaemun Gate, Seoul

Namdaemun Gate, Seoul, South Korea. Taken in 2006 CE before a fire caused extensive damage in 2008 CE.
Early Joseon Period
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Early Joseon Period

The Early Joseon Period (1392 - c. 1550 CE) in Korea was bookended by internal power struggles but witnessed major scientific and societal advances and prosperity. The Joseon (Choson) Dynasty ruled Korea from 1392 CE to 1897 CE, and scholars...
The Japanese Invasion of Korea, 1592-8 CE
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The Japanese Invasion of Korea, 1592-8 CE

The two Japanese invasions of Korea between 1592 and 1598 CE, otherwise known as the 'Imjin Wars', saw Toyotomi Hideyoshi (1537-1598 CE), the Japanese military leader, put into reality his long-held plan to invade China through Korea. The...
Taejong of Joseon
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Taejong of Joseon

King Taejong of Joseon (r. 1400-1418) was the third ruler of the Joseon Dynasty in Korea. Taejong was a driving force behind consolidating and strengthening the king’s power, and while he was an effective ruler, his violent means of winning...
Korean Celadon Maebyeong
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Korean Celadon Maebyeong

A maebyeong celadon (greenware) vase from the Goryeo dynasty of ancient Korea. The inlay design has typical Buddhist motifs of cranes and clouds. Late 12th century CE. National Treasure No. 68. (Kansong Museum of Fine Arts, Seoul, South Korea...
Silla Ceramic Warrior
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Silla Ceramic Warrior

A ceramic ewer in the form of a warrior on horseback. 5-6th century CE, Silla Kingdom, Korea. (National Museum of Korea, Seoul, South Korea)
Goguryeo Roof Tile
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Goguryeo Roof Tile

The end face of a Goguryeo roof tile, 5th-6th century CE. (National Museum of Korea, Seoul, South Korea)
King Sejong the Great
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King Sejong the Great

Statue of King Sejong the Great (r. 1418-1450 CE). Gwanghwamun Plaza in Seoul, South Korea.
Maebyeong Celadon Vase, Goryeo Dynasty
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Maebyeong Celadon Vase, Goryeo Dynasty

A maebyeong celadon vase with lotus decoration. 12th century CE, Goryeo Dynasty, Korea. (National Museum of Korea, Seoul, South Korea)
Korean Turtle-Ship
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Korean Turtle-Ship

A modern replica of a Korean turtle-ship (kobukson), used by Admiral Yi Sun-sin in the Imjin Wars between Korea, China, & Japan (1592-1598). The precise design is not known except that the deck was covered, perhaps using iron plating, and...
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