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When was Taejo of Joseon born?

  • 11 October 1335

  • 24 May 1398

  • 25 July 1335

  • 12 September 1335

Answer

Taejo of Joseon, the founder and first king of Joseon, was born on 11 October 1335. He was born in the Goryeo dynasty and was given the name Yi Seong-gye. He was a military general and eventually led a rebellion against the Goryeo dynasty. He was successful in overthrowing the Goryeo dynasty and established the Joseon dynasty.
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