Joseon · Historical figure
Yi Sun-sin
1545–1598
He led Joseon's navy to victories at Okpo, Hansando, and Myeongnyang during the Imjin War and wrote Nanjung Ilgi.
Key events
He prepared ships, weapons, and supplies before the war and won at Okpo and Hansando during the Imjin War. Reappointed in 1597, he gathered twelve surviving ships; at Myeongnyang, thirteen Joseon warships faced 133 and broke 31. He died at Noryang in 1598.
Legacy
Yi Chungmugong Jeonseo preserves Ming naval commander Chen Lin's high assessment of Yi's ability and achievements.
Remembered words
The battle is urgent; do not say that I have died.
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