When Love Meets Politics | Fall of Joseon, part 14

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King Sukjong's reign, beginning at just 13 years old, was a
turbulent time for Joseon, marked by power struggles, love
affairs, and the downfall of factions. His relationship with
concubine Lady Jang became the focal point of one of the most
dramatic political upheavals in Joseon history. When Sukjong
named Lady Jang's son as Crown Prince, it sparked a fierce
backlash from the West Faction, leading to their eventual purge
from the court. The episode also explores the rapid rise and fall
of the South Faction, driven by internal royal feuds and
Sukjong’s emotional entanglements. Factionalism, love, and royal
power struggles took center stage as Sukjong navigated a court
deeply divided, reshaping the future of Joseon in the
process. 


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