Chungjeong of Goryeo facts for kids

Chungjeong of Goryeo (born Wang Jeo) was the 30th king of the Goryeo dynasty in Korea. He was born on January 9, 1338, and ruled from 1349 to 1351. He became king when he was only 12 years old. This happened because of a special order from the emperor. Sometimes, he was also known by his Mongolian name, Chosgen Dorji.

Becoming King: A Young Ruler's Start

King Chungjeong's full name was Wang Jeo. He was very young when he took the throne. His father was King Chunghye, and his mother was Royal Consort Hui. Becoming king at such a young age meant that others often helped him rule.

Challenges During His Reign

King Chungjeong's time as king was quite short. During this period, powerful family members and important officials had a lot of influence. For example, his mother's relative, Yun Si-u, and a trusted helper named Bae Jeon, played big roles in how the country was run.

Pirate Attacks on the Coast

During King Chungjeong's rule, Korea faced many attacks from pirates. These pirates were called Wokou, and they came from Japan. They started raiding the Korean coast in 1349, causing a lot of trouble for the country.

The End of His Rule

King Chungjeong's uncle, Wang Gi, became very popular with the powerful Yuan dynasty. The Yuan dynasty was a big empire that influenced Korea at the time. Wang Gi even married a Yuan princess named Princess Noguk.

Soon after this, King Chungjeong was removed from his position as king. His uncle, Wang Gi, then became the new ruler. Wang Gi is better known as King Gongmin of Goryeo. King Chungjeong passed away on March 23, 1352.