Chungjeong (9 January 1338 – 23 March 1352, r. 1348–1351), born Wang Jeo (), also known by his Mongolian name Chosgen Dorji (迷思監朶兒只), was the 30th ruler of the Goryeo dynasty of Korea. He was enthroned at the age of 12.
Biography During King Chungjeong's brief reign, the politics of the court were controlled by powerful relatives of the royal family, including his mother's relative Yun Si-u and the retainer Bae Jeon. In addition, the country endured heavy Wokou raids beginning in 1349.
King Chungjeong's uncle Wang Gi secured imperial favor and married a Yuan daughter, Princess Noguk. Shortly thereafter King Chungjeong was deposed, and Wang Gi ascended the throne as King Gongmin.
Family Father: Chunghye of Goryeo Grandfather: Chungsuk of Goryeo Grandmother: Queen Gongwon of the Namyang Hong clan Mother: Royal Consort Hui of the Papyeong Yun clan Grandfather: Yun Gye-jong Grandmother: Lady, of the Yeoheung Min clan () Illegitimate son: Wang Je ()
In popular culture Portrayed by Choi Young-joo in the 2005–2006 MBC TV series Shin Don. Portrayed by Choi Won-hong in the 2012 SBS TV series Faith.
See also List of Korean monarchs Goryeo Korea under Yuan rule
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