Goryeo Dynasty II - Gwangjong & The Khitan Wars [History of Korea]

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The kingdom of Goryeo (고려, 高麗) was founded in 918. It unified the Korean Peninsula by subjugating Silla 신라 and Hubaekje 후백제. The name Korea is derived from the name of Goryeo. It was first used in the 5th century when Goguryeo (37 BC - 668 AD) shortened its name to Goryeo. Goryeo was established by Wang Geon 왕건, later Taejo of Goryeo.

In this episode, we will first focus on Gwangjong (광종, 光宗), the fourth son of Wang Geon. We will focus on the years 949 to 1019. Gwanjong enacted multiple reforms, like the slave emancipation law (노비안검법) and he instituted the national civil service examination to expel civil officers who gained positions because of their family ties instead of the competence. Gwangjong also named Goryeo an empire and himself emperor. Gwangjong is also known for his bloody purges…

Next, we will discuss an important conflict in Goryeo’s history: the Goryeo-Khitan wars (고려-거란 전쟁) or Goryeo-Liao dynasty wars. We will look at the formidable negotiation skills of Seo Hui (서희), the rebellion of Gang Jo (강조), the assassination of Mokjong (목종) and the military skills of Gang Gam Chan (강감찬) in the Battle of Gwiju (귀주대첩, 龜州大捷).

Correction: Gyeongjong reigned from 975 to 981.

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