이순신세계지도 (2008)

Friendly Korea, Asia Peace Maker! Building paths to peace in Asia and the world through a people to people network! The world’s four greatest naval battles that changed the world history How the world’s four greatest naval battles influenced human civilization? The battle of Salamis was one of turning points that transformed the stage of world history from the East to the West. The battle of Gravelines gave a chance for England to be a new power at sea. Furthermore, Japanese ambition to invade the Asian continent was failed by the Battle of Hansando, and Napoleon’s navy was demolished by the battle of Trafalgar. And it made the Britain remained unchallenged at Sea for years. 1. The battle of Salamis_Sep. 480 BC The battle of Salamis was one of major battles of Graeco-Persian wars which took place from B.C. 492to B.C. 448. Graeco-Persian war broke out when Persian Empire gathered huge army and invaded Greek city states, because Greek city states continuously raised rebellion against Persian Empire. During the war period, Persians won at every battle but they lost once at the battle of Salamis which combined Greek fleet decisively won by leadership of Athens. After this battle, Athens established Athenian Empire and Greek became new power in Mediterranean Sea. 2. The battle of Gravelines_Aug. 8. 1588 It was a part of Spanish Armada’s campaign against England. Spanish Armada-fleet in Spanish – sailed toward England to return her as a catholic country and retaliate English pirates’ buccaneering. Though Spaniards had outstanding land forces, they failed to embark them and anchor any port of England neither Scotland. English defeated Spaniard at the English Channel off Gravelines near by Calais. After this battle, Spain gradually lost her dominance at sea and it gave a chance for England to be a new power at sea 3. The Battle of Hansando_Jul.8. 1592 It was one of the biggest and decisive naval battle during disastrous war, Imjin War which took place from 1592 to 1598. Battle-trained Japanese invaded under control of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. His ambition was broken in pieces by Joseon’s Navy and Admiral Yi Sun-sin. After this battle, Japanese changed their strategy of their invasion of Korea and the whole war situation was dramatically reversed. 4. The battle of Trafalgar_Oct. 21. 1805 It was a part of the Napoleonic wars. Napoleon longed to expand his empire to the east and conquer Britain. His ambition was torn by this battle and Admiral Nelson, the man whose name is immortal. This battle had ended with Britain’s victory and Britain remained unchallenged at Sea for years. Don’t make a hasty movement. Be like a mountain. Move silently and cautiously. _ Admiral Yi Sun-sin Admiral Yi’s statement to his generals before the battle of Okpo, stressing that they be calm and cautious in battle: The battle of Okpo was the first victory of the Korean Navy and Korean Army since the outbreak of the Imjin War (Okpopawaebyeongjang, May 10, 1592; Yi’s report to the King). Your Highness, I still have twelve battleships. _ Admiral Yi Sun-sin King Seonjo sent a royal edict to Admiral Yi after the Korean Navy under General Won Gyun was nearly annihilated at the battle of Chilcheonllyang, saying “Close the navy. Concentrate on land warfare”. However, Yi strongly insisted that the Korean Navy should be maintained because he knew the importance of the navy better than anyone else. He later added one more ship. The Korean Navy under Yi’s leadership faced hundreds of enemy ships with a force of only thirteen ships, yet triumphed at the battle of Myeongnyang (Yi Chungmugong Haengnok ; Biography of Admiral Yi Sun-sin). Those who seek death shall live. Those who seek life shall die._ Admiral Yi Sun-sin Admiral Yi’s statement to his generals on the eve of the battle of Myeongnyang, stressing that they be mentally strong in battle: On the next day, Yi and his generals desperately fought against overwhelming odds, 13-133 (number of battleships), and triumphed (Nanjung Ilgi, September 15, 1597; Yi’s war diary). We are at the height of battle. Don’t let anybody know about my death! _ Admiral Yi Sun-sin Admiral Yi’s last words: Admiral Yi Sun-sin was shot by an enemy bullet in the battle of Noryang against retreating Japanese forces on November 19, 1598. Even in the last moment of his life he was concerned about the war situation. In order to not discourage his soldiers, he said the famous phrase to his oldest son Hoe and his nephew Wan who were at his side. The battle concluded with a Korean victory (Yi Chungmugong Haengnok; Biography of Admiral Yi Sun-sin). Be a Nation Changer! The Great Admiral Yi Sun-sin who changed the Korean history and Inspires Koreans in the 21st Century. Are you interested in Admiral Yi Sun-sin, the Man Who transforms Korea? http://yisunsin.prkorea.com ※ Admiral Yi Sun-sin Admiral Yi Sun-sin(1545~1598) is a hero who defended his country and people from the Imjin War(1592-1598) broken by Japanese invasion during Joseon Dynasty. He prepared the war in the spirit of prevention and defeated the enemy with outstanding wisdom, courage, and leadership. The Battle of Hansando (July, 1592) is considered as one of the ultimate naval battles, and he maintained peace in Asia blocking Japanese plot to invade the continent. ※ The Imjin War Imjin War broke out when Battle-trained Japanese under control of Toyotomi Hideyoshi invaded Korean medieval state, Joseon dynasty from 1592 to 1598. This war is known as Bunroku Geichono yaku (文祿·慶長の役) in Japan and R´ench´en W–olu´an (壬辰倭亂) in China. Though the war situation was disadvantageous to Joseon at first, Joseon fleet under Admiral Yi Sun-sin defeated Japanese navy continuously and also the resistance of Uibyeong -a lot of civil army and Buddhist monk army voluntarily were formed and attacked Japanese troops- and combined army of Ming and Joseon made Japanese retreat and gave end to the war. ※ Nanjung Ilgi Nanjung Ilgi is a war diary written directly by Admiral Yi Sun-sin during the Imjin War period from 1592 to 1598. It is highly valued because Admiral Yi recorded the barracks life of his naval headquarters, naval tactics and situations in many naval battles, and various features of the lives of people in Joseon Dynasty. He also straightforwardly wrote down his emotions and thoughts, making the diary the best resource to learn about him as a person. ※ Geobukseon The Geobukseon as an assault battleship was designed by reforming the Panokseon battleship, Korea’s primary battleship, in anticipation of Japanese invasion under the command of Admiral Yi Sun-sin. Its name comes from its appearance, which was similar as floating turtle; Geobuk means a turtle in Korean. It carried guns and stuck iron spikes on the shell(top). Sailors inside of this ship could see the enemy, but enemy could not see its inside. In the battles, Admiral Yi ordered an assault commander to lead the ship into the enemy fleet and bombard the fleet with cannons. ※ Domestic Reputation Admiral Yi Sun-sin is the greatest hero in Korean people’s mind. He has inspired and encouraged Korean leaders beyond generation and position, and his constant will and courage has been loved by men and women in 21st century, Korea. “I turned my back on you, but you didn’t turn your back on me. Although I finally awarded you as the first-rank meritorious subject, this reward is not enough for your contributions.” (King Seonjo, 1552-1608), “The foundation stone for my ancestors to recover our country was only the power of Chungmugong (Yi’s posthumous title), that was it.” (King Jeongjo, 1752-1800), “There is nobody, even among the renowned generals of the past who have been celebrated as the few great heroes to appear in a century, that can excel Yi”-Yi Sik (1584-1647, renowned scholar under King Injo) ※ International Reputation Admiral Yi Sun-sin was respected and complimented not only by Joseon, but also admirals of Ming and even those of Japan. He is a hidden global leader who defended his country from Japanese invasion and maintained peace in Asia. “Admiral Yi Sun-sin has not only the ability to govern the whole world, but also the merits of having straightened out a country.” (Chen Lin, General of the Ming Chinese Navy), “You may compare me with Lord Nelson, but not with Admiral Yi Sun-sin. Next to him, I am only a petty officer” (Togo Heihachiro, Admiral of the Imperial Japanese Navy in his victory celebration), “It is always difficult for Englishmen to admit that Nelson ever had an equal in his profession, but if any man is entitled to be so regarded, it should be this great naval commander” (Ballard, George Alexander, 1862-1948. http://yisunsin.prkorea.com