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This document covers the basic chronology of Korean history from the Paleolithic era to the present day. It is a review sheet for a midterm exam.
What's inside
- Paleolithic to Colonial period timeline
- Key historical figures and events
- Three Kingdoms period overview
- Koryo and Choson dynasties
- Modern Korean history
Who it is for: Students studying Korean history. (Undergraduate)
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Summary
Korean history is covered from prehistoric times to the present day. Students get a chronological overview of key events and figures.
Prehistoric and early kingdoms
The earliest cultures in Korea are described. The Three Kingdoms period is outlined. The Three Han peoples are mentioned.
Unified Silla and Koryo
The unification of Korea under Silla is discussed. The Koryo kingdom is introduced. The Choson dynasty is mentioned.
Notable figures in Korean history
Tan’gun, King Kwanggaet’o, Choe Chiwon and Chang Pogo are introduced. Their roles in Korean history are described.
Confucianism and social structure
The impact of Neo-Confucianism on Korean society is explained. The social classes of the Joseon Dynasty are described.
Key terms
- Tan’gun
- A mythical founder of Korea, whose divine origins strengthened political leadership.
- Three Kingdoms
- Koguryo, Paekche, and Silla, which dominated the Korean peninsula from the 4th to 7th centuries.
- Neo-Confucianism
- A philosophy introduced to Korea during the Goryeo dynasty, which influenced education and government.
- Chungin
- A privileged class of commoners in the Joseon Dynasty, who had technical and administrative skills.
- Gwageo examinations
- Tests in literature, military topics, and other subjects, which determined entry into the bureaucracy.
- Choson dynasty
- A dynasty that ruled Korea from 1392 to 1910, marked by Confucian reforms.
Questions this document helps with
- Who were the Three Kingdoms of Korea?
- How did Neo-Confucianism change Korean society?
- What were the Gwageo examinations?
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