Title

Sejong the Great was the fourth ruler of the Joseon Dynasty of Korea

Caption

Sejong the Great (1397 – 1450) fourth ruler of the Joseon Dynasty of Korea. He was the third son of King Taejong and Queen Wongyeong, and was designated as Crown Prince after his older brother, Grand Prince Yangnyeong, was stripped of his title. He ascended to the throne in 1418, but during the first four years of his reign, Taejong governed as regent and executed Sejong's father-in-law, Shim On, and his close associate.

Date

15th century

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP24A01_292

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No

Property release

NA

License type

Rights managed

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26,3Mb (2,1Mb) / 8,8in x 11,6in / 2639 x 3479 (300dpi)

Keywords

Sejong the Great ruler Joseon Dynasty Korea son King Taejong Queen Wongyeong Crown Prince Grand Prince Yangnyeong stripped title ascended throne reign govern regent executed Shim On 15th century Asia

Restrictions

Editorial use only.