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Siege of Busan

1592 • Gyeongsang Belagerung

Historical Overview

The opening of the invasion; Japanese troops overran the city within hours using arquebuses.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive Japanese victory.

Japanese Invasion Force

  • Commander: Sō Yoshitoshi
  • Strength: ca. 7.000
  • Casualties: Gering

Korean Garrison

  • Commander: Jeong Bal †
  • Strength: ca. 600
  • Casualties: Nahezu total

Strategic Context

Securing a bridgehead for the Japanese landing.

Conflict / War

Imjin War

Decisive Japanese victory.

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