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Yu Jung-yeong

Type Figure Region Korean Peninsula Time c. 960–1020 Also known as Yu Jung-yeong、Jeonju Yu clan

Yu Jung-yeong was a civil official of early Goryeo, active from the late reign of Mokjong around the turn of the 11th century into the early reign of…

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  1. 985–997Gaesong · GaesongEntered service under Seongjong through the civil service examination or yinxu (hereditary privilege) privilege, serving in various bureaus of the Inner Ministry, becoming versed in ceremonial and documentary systems, laying the foundation for his promotion under Mokjong.
  2. 1001–1009Gaesong · GaesongUnder Mokjong he held posts including Hanlin Academician and Right Remonstrance Officer, once directing the civil service examinations, and was known for his generosity and composure. He advised Mokjong to reduce hunting, and maintained a civil official's stance amid the court disputes of Mokjong's final years.
  3. 1010–1015Gaesong · GaesongAfter Hyeonjong's accession he was promoted to Chancellor of the Privy Council, participating in postwar government reorganization and preparing diplomatic documents with the Khitans, continuing the civil-governance line established since Seongjong.

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