Taejong of Joseon

Taejong, personal name Yi Bang-won, was the third monarch of the Joseon dynasty of Korea and the father of Sejong the Great. He was the fifth son of King Taejo, the founder of the dynasty. Before ascending to the throne, he was known as Prince Jeongan.

13 June 1367

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