An Overview of Korean History
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The Overview of Korean History section features 15 entries which introduce the various periods, dynasties, and nations which have existed on the Korean peninsula.
Topics
- The Dawn of a People - the Prehistory of Korea
- Opening the Door to History - Gojoseon
- The Furnace of the Korean Peninsula - the Three Kingdoms Period
- The Spirit that Conquered the Continent - Goguryeo
- The Prosperity of a Maritime Kingdom - Baekje
- The Overlooked Iron Confederation - Gaya
- The Kingdom upon which the East Sea's Sun Shone - Silla
- A Spirit Similar to Goguryeo - Balhae
- The Revival of Goguryeo - Goryeo
- The Country of the Eastern Noblemen - Joseon
- Inform His Majesty that It Is an Imperial Nation - the Korean Empire
- Shouting for Independence through Cries of Deep Lamentation - the Japanese Occupation
- A New Dawn and the Night before the Storm - the Post-Liberation Period
- The Name of Honor and Prosperity - the Republic of Korea (South Korea)
- One People, Once Again - the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea)
Timeline
Sources
The articles in the Overview of Korean History section are based on a review of the following sources from a variety of reputable authors and publishers in Korea and abroad. Articles for each time period were composed after examination and comparison of the content, key terms, and media (including photographs, diagrams, and maps) included in these sources. Additional sources were also referenced when necessary and are included as references on the individual articles.
