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Korean Empire

1897 – 1910 CE · about 13 years

The Korean Empire was proclaimed by Emperor Gojong to assert Korean independence and pursue modernisation. Japan made it a protectorate in 1905 and annexed it in 1910.

Key facts

Dates1897 – 1910 CE
RegionKorea & Japan
ContinentAsia
CapitalHanseong (Seoul)
FounderGojong
Religion(s)Neo-Confucianism

Before & after

Preceded by

Joseon

Followed by

Empire of Japan

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.