About Wang Gyeop
Wang Gyeop was a Chinese military personnel.
Wang Kyŏp was one of the four members (No In, Han Ŭm, Sam and Wang Kyŏp) who operated the government of Wiman Chosŏn. His position was a general. Since Wang Kyŏp had a family name, it is believed that he was an exile from China or person related to China. Just like his master Ugŏ who was the last king of Wiman Chosŏn. He was in charge of military affairs.
In BC 109 to 108, when Han dynasty attacked Wiman Chosŏn, he was surrendered instantly together with No In and Han Eum while leaving the King of Wiman Chosŏn Ugŏ. After their surrender, he was nominated as a peerage of Ping Zhou by Han dynasty, but died after one year without successor. Ping Zhou was abolished after his death.
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Who was Wang Gyeop?
2nd century BC Korean politician
When did Wang Gyeop die?
Wang Gyeop died in 105 BC.
What was Wang Gyeop's occupation?
Wang Gyeop was a military personnel.
What nationality was Wang Gyeop?
Wang Gyeop was Chinese.
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