About Bongsang
Bongsang was a monarch.
Bongsang (died 300, r. 292–300) was the 14th king of Goguryeo, the northernmost of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. He was the eldest son of King Seocheon.
From his youth, he is said to have been arrogant and dissolute, full of mistrust and envy.
The following month, the king feared that his younger brother Go Dol-go was plotting against him, and forced him to commit suicide. Dol-go's son, the subsequent king Micheon fled and preserved his own life. In the eighth month of 296, Murong Hui invaded once more, but was repelled. In spite of continuous resentment, King didn't listen to the counsels of his ministers, while some of Goguryeo people chose to flee away from forced labor. Bongsang and his two sons committed suicide. He was buried in Bongsan-won. The ministers found the escaped prince, and set him on the throne as King Micheon.
Family Father: King Seocheon Grandfather: King Jungcheon Grandmother: Queen, of the Yeon clan Mother: Queen, of the U clan Grandfather: U Su Wife: Unknown queen Both of their two sons were committed suicide by hanging himself with his father.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bongsang?
the king of the Goguryeo dynasty of Korea
What was Bongsang's occupation?
Bongsang was a monarch.
What nationality was Bongsang?
Bongsang's recorded nationality: Goguryeo.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bongsang of Goguryeo
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