Person

Choe Yeong

1316–1388 · 14th century

Choe Yeong was a Korean general of the late Goryeo period, celebrated for his victories over the Red Turban rebels and Japanese pirates and for his incorruptibility. As chief minister under King U he ordered the expedition against Ming forces in Liaodong in 1388. When Yi Seong-gye turned the army back at Wihwa Island, Choe Yeong was overthrown, exiled and executed.

Choe Yeong
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