Coup

First Princes' Rebellion

14 Oct 1398 · 37.58° N, 127.00° E

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14 Oct 1398
Kind
Coup
Coordinates
37.58° N, 127.00° E
Description
event in Korean history (1398)

First Strife of the Princes

1398 successful coup in Joseon

The First Strife of the Princes, also known as the Muin Coup, was a coup of the early Joseon dynasty led by Yi Pangwŏn, Prince Chŏngan and his supporters against heir apparent Yi Pangsŏk, Grand Prince Ŭian regarding the succession of Taejo of Joseon. The conflict led to the disposition and eventual assassination of Yi Pangsŏk and the death of many of his supporters, most notably Chŏng Tojŏn.

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