About Yu Deuk-gong
Lived 1749 – 1807 (aged 57–58). Yu Deuk-gong was a Korean philosopher, historian, poet and scholar.
Yu Deuk-gong (; 1749–1807) was a Korean scholar during the Joseon Dynasty. He is remembered today for his work in recovering the history of Balhae, which had not generally been considered part of Korean history before his time.
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Who was Yu Deuk-gong?
Korean scholar
When was Yu Deuk-gong born?
Yu Deuk-gong was born in 1749.
When did Yu Deuk-gong die?
Yu Deuk-gong died in 1807.
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Yu Deuk-gong was a philosopher, historian, poet and scholar.
What nationality was Yu Deuk-gong?
Yu Deuk-gong was Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Yu Deuk-gong. https://biography.guide/yu-deuk-gong/
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