SOUTH KOREA
Before delving into the treaty’s details, it’s essential to understand the historical context. The mid-19th century was a period of significant change in East Asia. Japan, under the Meiji Restoration, was rapidly modernizing and looking to expand its influence. Korea, meanwhile, remained a hermit kingdom, staunchly isolationist and under the influence of Qing China. The … 더 읽기
Before delving into the wars themselves, it’s essential to understand the rise of the two powers involved. The Goryeo Dynasty, established in 918 by King Taejo, unified the Later Three Kingdoms of Korea, marking the beginning of a period characterized by cultural flourishing and political stability. Concurrently, the Khitan, a nomadic tribe from what is … 더 읽기
At the heart of the conflict was Korea, then known as Joseon. Historically a tributary state of China under the Qing Dynasty, Korea found itself in a precarious position by the late 19th century. The Joseon Dynasty, which had ruled Korea since the late 14th century, was facing internal strife and external pressures. On one … 더 읽기
