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Kim Yu-sin

Type Figure Region Silla Time 595–673 Also known as General Kim Yu-sin

Kim Yu-sin (595–673) was a Silla general of Gaya noble origin who led Silla forces to decisive victories in unifying the Three Kingdoms with Tang aid.

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  1. 595–640Geumgwan (present-day South Gyeongsang area) · GeumgwanKim Yu-sin descended from the Geumgwan Gaya royal line, trained in arms from youth, and rose early in the Silla army. His family's marriage ties with the Silla royal line of King Jinpyeong opened the way for his later entry into the center of power.
  2. 640–668Southern Korean Peninsula battlefields · SillaKim Yu-sin commanded Silla's main forces, helping Tang armies capture the Baekje capital in the Battle of Ungjin in 660, and taking part in the destruction of Goguryeo in 668. Working closely with Kings Taesong and Munmu, he consolidated his position in the Silla regime through military merit and political marriage.
  3. 668–673Geumseong (Gyeongju) · GeumseongAfter the unification of the Three Kingdoms, Kim Yu-sin continued to assist King Munmu, and his family's marriage ties with the royal house deepened. He died in Geumseong in 673, was buried near Gyeongju, and was honored by later generations as a meritorious servant of unification.

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