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Gang Gam-chan and the Battle of Gwiju: A Historic Victory That Preserved the Dignity of Goryeo

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It is unclear whether the Khitan cavalry actually looked exactly like this. However, in ancient warfare, resisting an assault by such a mounted force would have been extraordinarily difficult—much like modern infantry attempting to defend against armored vehicles and tanks. By successfully repelling the attack of 100,000 northern cavalrymen, Goryeo ultimately compelled the Liao dynasty to abandon further invasions for the next hundred years. Gang Gam-chan and the Battle of Gwiju: A Victory That Preserved Goryeo’s Dignity and Reshaped the East Asian Order The Battle of Gwiju was a decisive confrontation in which the Goryeo army, led by General Gang Gam-chan, defeated the Khitan cavalry—the most powerful mounted force of its time. This victory elevated the international standing of Goryeo, founded by Wang Geon, and marked a historic turning point in the East Asian geopolitical order. Introduction: Why the Battle of Gwiju Is Still Remembered Today Dear readers, welcome. In a previous post...
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What Do Korean Office Workers Do After Work? How They Spend Their Evenings

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  Hands of a digital creator working on a laptop keyboard Hello, dear readers! Today, I’d like to share some insights into how Koreans —especially office workers —spend their time after work. The hours after leaving the workplace aren't just for rest or entertainment; for many, this time plays a vital role in shaping the quality of life. That’s why many Korean office workers tend to make the most out of their post-work hours. A Look Back: How Korean Office Workers Spent Evenings in the Past Let’s rewind a bit. Around 30 to 40 years ago, it was almost a rite of passage for new employees starting their first jobs to enroll in computer or English classes after work. Whether or not they studied hard didn’t matter much— "everyone did it" was simply how things were. Back then, personal computers weren’t yet common in households, and most companies didn’t use computers for daily tasks either. Yet, young office workers eagerly signed up for computer academies, anticipatin...
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