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In this Korean name, the family name is Yi.
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Grand Prince Yang Nyeong
Grand Prince of Joseon
Reign 1404 - 1418
Coronation 1404
Predecessor Yi Bang-won
Successor Grand Prince Hyo Ryeong
Born 1394
Seoul
Died 1462 (aged 68)
Unknown
Burial Temple of Ji-duk
House House of Yi
Father Taejong of Joseon
Mother Queen Wonkyeong
Korean name
Hangul
양녕대군
Hanja
Revised Romanization Yang Nyeong Dae Gun
McCune–Reischauer Yang Nyŏng Tae Kun
Art name
Hangul
강정
Hanja
Revised Romanization Gang Jeong
McCune–Reischauer Kang Jŏng
Birth name
Hangul
이제
Hanja
Revised Romanization Yi Je
McCune–Reischauer Yi Che
Courtesy name
Hangul
후백
Hanja
Revised Romanization Hu Baek
McCune–Reischauer Hu Paek

Grand Prince Yangnyeong (Korean: 양녕대군; 讓寧大君, 1394 - 1462) was an important prince and writer during Korea's Joseon Dynasty. He was the first son of Taejong of Joseon, who was a king. Yangnyeong was also the first Crown Prince of Korea from the Joseon royal family. His real name was Yi Je (이제, 李褆).

Who Was Grand Prince Yangnyeong?

Grand Prince Yangnyeong was a member of the royal family in ancient Korea. He lived during the Joseon Dynasty, which lasted for over 500 years. As a prince, he was involved in the politics of his time. This means he helped with how the country was run. He was also known for being a talented writer and poet.

Early Life and Family

Yangnyeong was born in 1394, in the city of Seoul. His father was King Taejong, a powerful ruler of Joseon. His mother was Queen Wonkyeong. Being the eldest son of the king, he was expected to become the next ruler. This made him the Crown Prince.

His Time as Crown Prince

Grand Prince Yangnyeong was named Crown Prince in 1404. This meant he was next in line to the throne. He held this important position for many years. However, he was later replaced by his younger brother. His brother eventually became the famous Sejong the Great. Yangnyeong lived until 1462, reaching the age of 68.

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