Möngke's Military Campaigns Against Goryeo

Study Notes

묘청 (Myocheong) - Military Campaigns

Early Military Campaigns

Möngke Khan's military campaign against Goryeo (1254) led to the surrender of Möngke's army and the subsequent withdrawal of Mongol forces.
Möngke's successor, Kublai Khan, launched another campaign against Goryeo in 1270, resulting in the signing of a peace treaty between the two nations.

Military Reforms

Möngke's military campaign led to the reform of the Goryeo military, with the introduction of new military units and the creation of a more centralized military command.
The reforms aimed to strengthen the military and prepare for future conflicts with the Mongols.

Defeat and Occupation

In 1273, the Mongols launched another campaign against Goryeo, resulting in the defeat of the Goryeo army and the occupation of the peninsula by the Mongols.
The Mongols established a military government in Goryeo, which lasted for nearly a century.

Resistance and Rebellion

Möngke's military campaign sparked a series of rebellions and resistance movements against the Mongol occupation, led by Goryeo officials and military leaders.
The most notable rebellion was led by General Kim Bang-gyeong, who fought against the Mongols from 1271 to 1273.

Legacy of Möngke's Campaigns

Möngke's military campaigns led to the eventual submission of Goryeo to the Mongol Empire and the establishment of a tributary relationship between the two nations.
The campaigns also led to the introduction of Mongolian culture, language, and customs into Goryeo, which had a lasting impact on Korean society.

Description

This quiz covers the military campaigns of Möngke Khan against Goryeo, including the early campaigns, military reforms, defeat and occupation, resistance and rebellion, and legacy of the campaigns. Learn about the significant events and figures of this period in Korean history.