🛡️The Koreans were the most successful in resisting the Mongols in the 13th century.
🗡️Koryo, ruled by the house of Wang, had successfully resisted previous northern invasions.
🏰Fortified cities like Kuju played a crucial role in resisting the Mongol invasion.
🌊The Koreans utilized guerilla warfare and took advantage of their knowledge of the local terrain.
🌙The Mongol demands on Korea were burdensome, but the Koreans maintained their independence.
How long did the Koreans resist the Mongols?
—The Koreans successfully staved off conquest for 40 years.
What tactics did the Koreans use to resist the Mongols?
—The Koreans used guerilla warfare and took advantage of their knowledge of the local terrain.
What role did fortified cities play in the resistance?
—Fortified cities like Kuju played a crucial role in resisting the Mongol invasion.
Did the Mongols eventually conquer Korea?
—No, the Koreans maintained their independence despite the Mongol demands.
How did the Korean resistance affect their relationship with the Mongols?
—The Korean resistance strained their relationship with the Mongols, resulting in ongoing conflict.
00:00Previously in this series, we talked about the resistance against the Mongols mounted by various countries.
05:00The Kingdom of Koryo successfully resisted previous invasions by Khitan Liao and Jurchen Jin.
10:00Fortified cities like Kuju played a crucial role in resisting the Mongol invasion.
15:00The Koreans utilized guerilla warfare and took advantage of their knowledge of the local terrain.
19:00The Mongol demands on Korea were burdensome, but the Koreans maintained their independence.
