Modern
1910년사건
Annexation by Japan
Japan forcibly seized Korea's sovereignty, ending the Korean Empire.
Key developments
- 한일병합조약Forced Annexation Treaty
In 1910 Japan forced the conclusion of the Japan–Korea Annexation Treaty.
- 대한제국 멸망Fall of the Korean Empire
With this treaty the Korean Empire lost its sovereignty and came to an end.
- 조선총독부 설치Government-General Established
Japan established the Government-General of Korea, beginning 35 years of colonial rule.