The Admiral Who Saved Korea: Yi Sun Sin | Part 2

09/27/21 • 51 min

In Part 2 of this two-part series, we continue our exploration of Admiral Yi Sun Sin's remarkable life and legacy. We delve into his leadership style and military strategy, his personal beliefs and values, and his impact on Korean and East Asian history. We also examine his conflicts with fellow Admiral Won Gyun and the political intrigue that plagued the Korean navy during the Imjin War.

We detail Yi Sun Sin's most famous victory, The Battle of Myeongnyang, where he and his fleet of just 13 ships managed to defeat a Japanese fleet of 330 vessels. We examine the naval tactics and strategies used by Yi Sun Sin during the battle, and his tragic demise in the final minutes.

Finally, we reflect on the lessons that can be learned from Yi Sun Sin's life and leadership, and his legacy which continues to this day.

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Finally, we reflect on the lessons that can be learned from Yi Sun Sin's life and leadership, and his legacy which continues to this day.

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The Admiral Who Saved Korea: Yi Sun Sin | Part 1

In this two-part series, we delve into the remarkable life and legacy of Admiral Yi Sun Sin, one of Korea's greatest military heroes.

In Part 1, we explore Yi Sun Sin's background and upbringing, his military career, and his role in the Imjin War, a 16th-century conflict between Korea and Japan.

We examine the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between Korea, Japan, and China, and the impact of the war on the Korean people.

We also explore the naval tactics and strategies used by Yi Sun Sin and his fleet, including his famous turtle ship, and the impact of his victories on the course of the war.

Additionally, we discuss Yi Sun Sin's imprisonment due to false accusations made by fellow Admiral Won Gyun, and the subsequent exoneration and reinstatement of Yi Sun Sin.

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