Founding of Joseon and Its Centralized Rule

Founded in 1392 by Yi Seong-gye after replacing the Goryeo Dynasty, Joseon established Neo-Confucianism as its guiding state ideology. The dynasty created a centralized bureaucratic governance system, reorganized administrative and land tax structures, and fostered cultural achievements such as the creation of Hangeul under King Sejong. Facing major foreign crises including the Imjin War and Manchurian invasions, Joseon implemented long-term reforms like the Daedong Law. Its strong institutional framework and cultural heritage shaped Korea's early modern history until the late nineteenth century.

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