Kang Kam-chan

MedievalGeneralKorea948 — 1031

Goryeo general who defeated Khitan at Battle of Gwiju.

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Quick Facts

Born

948

Died

1031

Country

Korea

Era

Medieval

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)66

Political (20%)64

Influence (20%)71

Legacy (20%)62

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)71

Total Score67.5

Kang Kam-chan — Complete Timeline

1010 AD

Siege of HeunghwajinWar◆ Major

During the Second Goryeo-Khitan War, Kang Kam-chan successfully defended the fortress of Heunghwajin against a Khitan siege. His stubborn resistance bought time for Goryeo to regroup and negotiate a truce.

SiegeDefenseKhitan War

Impact: nationalconstructive

1018 AD

Appointment as Supreme CommanderPolitical Action

King Hyeonjong appointed Kang Kam-chan as supreme commander of Goryeo's forces during the Third Khitan War. This appointment gave him authority over all military operations and reflected the king's trust in his strategic abilities.

Military CommandRoyal AppointmentLeadership

Impact: nationalconstructive

1019 AD

Battle of GwijuWar

General Kang Kam-chan led Goryeo forces to a decisive victory over the Khitan Liao dynasty at Gwiju. The battle ended the Third Goryeo-Khitan War, with Goryeo inflicting heavy casualties and forcing the Khitan to withdraw permanently.

Khitan WarDecisive VictoryNational Defense

Impact: regionalconstructive