Quick Overview of Choseon Dynasty ((1392-1910)
This site provides basic information for teachers. The name of the dynasty is also given as Also called Joseon, Chosŏn, and Yi,.
This article provides a more in-depth introduction to key events and leaders during Choseon rule.
Life during the Choseon Dynasty
Scroll down through the page to see information on hairstyles, elites (wearing distinctive black horsehair hats and white robes), merchants, fishers, and slaves during the nineteenth century.
During the Choseon dynasty Korea was divided into eight provinces. The book shows the seal for the province of Jeollanam-do, outlined in green below.
View Eight Provinces of Korea in a larger map