Gojoseon–Yan War

In the late 4th century BC, the Yan feudal state invaded the Gojoseon kingdom.[1] The military campaign was led by General Qin Kai.[1] The invasion resulted in Yan's conquest of the Liaodong Peninsula from Gojoseon.[1]

Gojoseon–Yan War
DateLate 4th century BC
Location
Result Yan victory
Territorial
changes
Yan conquers the Liaodong Peninsula
Belligerents
Yan Gojoseon
Commanders and leaders
Qin Kai Unknown

See also

References

  1. Yi, Ki-baek (1984). A New History of Korea (Translated ed.). Cambridge: Harvard University Press. p. 16. ISBN 9780674615762.


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