Gojoseon–Yan War

In the late 4th century BC, the Yan feudal state invaded the Gojoseon kingdom.[1] The military campaign was led by General Qin Kai.[1] The invasion resulted in Yan's conquest of the Liaodong Peninsula from Gojoseon.[1]

Gojoseon–Yan War
DateLate 4th century BC
Location
Result Yan victory
Territorial
changes
Yan conquers the Liaodong Peninsula
Belligerents
Yan Gojoseon
Commanders and leaders
Qin Kai Unknown

See also

  • Gojoseon–Han War

References

  1. Yi, Ki-baek (1984). A New History of Korea (Translated ed.). Cambridge: Harvard University Press. p. 16. ISBN 9780674615762.


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