Hui-bin Jang
Royal consort of King Sukjong of Joseon
Born
November 3rd, 1659
365 years ago
Died
1701
324 years ago — 42 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
South Korea
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Born in 1659, played a significant role in the Joseon Dynasty as a royal consort to King Sukjong. She was highly influential in the court and her political maneuvers shaped the dynamics of the royal family during her time. Jang's impact extended beyond her marriage, as she was involved in various court intrigues and was pivotal in the succession of her son, later known as King Gyeongjong. Her tenure was marked by the complexities of palace life and the relationships among the various factions vying for power. Jang's legacy is remembered through historical texts that detail her life and the social structures of the Joseon period.
Served as royal consort to King Sukjong
Influenced the political dynamics of the royal court
Played a key role in the succession of King Gyeongjong
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