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Gwangjong

Type Figure Region Korean Peninsula Time 925–975 Also known as Wang Yo、Gwangjong of Goryeo

Gwangjong (925–975), personal name Wang Yo, fourth king of Goryeo, son of founder Taejo Wang Geon, reigning from 949 to 975.…

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  1. 925–949Gaegyeong · GaegyeongGwangjong was a son of Taejo Wang Geon, growing up in the Goryeo court after unification and personally witnessing the transition from the founding order to normal dynastic governance.
  2. 949–960Gaegyeong · GaegyeongHe succeeded as the fourth king of Goryeo in 949, adopted the era name Gwangdeok, took the temple name Gwangjong, and began using forceful measures to integrate the local powerful clans and old forces.
  3. 960–975Gaegyeong · GaegyeongHe carried out the slave registration, established the civil service examinations, changed the state's name to Goryeo, and strengthened central control over the regions, significantly raising royal authority and laying the foundation for the civil-governance system of later generations.

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