Yi Sng-gye (1335-1408) was the founder of the Yi dynasty, which lasted until 1910. An able military leader, he unified Korea under Chinese suzerainty. Yi Sng-gye was born in modern Ynghung, the second son of Yi Chach'un. Yi's family, originally said to...

(1335–1408), Koryo general; founder of Choson dynasty. A prominent general serving the Koryo kingdom (918–1392), Yi Song-gye (later King T'aejo) eventually founded the Choson dynasty (sometimes referred to as the Yi dynasty), which...

(born 1335—died 1408) Founder of the Korean Chos&obreve;n dynasty (1392–1910). A military leader in the Kory&obreve; dynasty, he rose through the ranks by battling invading forces. He defeated his rivals and drove out the last king of the...

Taejo of Joseon (November 5,1335 – June 27,1408; r. 1392-1398), born Yi Seong-gye, whose changed name is Yi Dan, was the founder and the first king of the Joseon Dynasty of Korean antiquity, and the main figure in overthrowing the Goryeo Dynasty....