King Injong of Joseon

ModernEmperorKorea1515 — 1545

Joseon king who reigned only 8 months.

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Quick Facts

Born

1515

Died

1545

Country

Korea

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)15

Political (20%)32

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)33

Leadership (15%)34

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score37.1

King Injong of Joseon — Complete Timeline

1544 AD

Accession to the thronePolitical Action◆ Major

Injong became king of Joseon at age 29 after the death of his father, King Jungjong. His reign was extremely short, lasting only 8 months, and he had little time to implement any significant policies.

SuccessionJoseon Dynasty

Impact: national

1545 AD

Death of InjongOther◆ Major

King Injong died suddenly after only 8 months on the throne. His early death led to the accession of his young half-brother, King Myeongjong, and a period of regency by Queen Munjeong, which intensified factional conflict.

DeathSuccession CrisisRegency

Impact: nationaltragic