King Chang of Goryeo

MedievalEmperorKorea1380 — 1389

Child king killed along with his father.

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Quick Facts

Born

1380

Died

1389

Country

Korea

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)53

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)60

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)71

Total Score55.0

King Chang of Goryeo — Complete Timeline

1388 AD

Ascended Throne as Child KingPolitical Action◆ Major

King Chang became king at age 8 after his father King U was deposed by General Yi Seong-gye. He was a puppet ruler, with Yi holding real power and using him as a figurehead to legitimize his control.

Child KingPuppetYi Seong-gye

Impact: national

1389 AD

Deposed and Killed by Yi Seong-gyeOther◆ Major

King Chang was deposed and executed along with his father King U by Yi Seong-gye's forces. Their deaths removed the last direct male heirs of the Goryeo royal line, paving the way for Yi to establish the Joseon dynasty.

ExecutionPolitical PurgeEnd of Dynasty

Impact: nationaltragic