Chungjeong of Goryeo
Chungjeong, born Wang Jeo, also known by his Mongolian name Chosgen Dorji, 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