Three Kingdoms
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Battle of Gwansanseong and the Death of King Seong of Baekje
Baekje's King Seong, who had lost the Han River basin to Silla, launched a counterattack but was defeated and killed at the Battle of Gwansanseong. This brought the Silla-Baekje alliance to a complete end.
Key developments
- 배경Collapse of Silla-Baekje Alliance
After Silla seized Baekje's Han River territory, King Seong raised an army to punish Silla for the betrayal.
- 고구려·가야 연합Joint Attack with Goguryeo and Gaya
King Seong allied with Goguryeo and Gaya forces to attack Silla's Gwansan Fortress in present-day Okcheon, Chungcheong Province.
- 성왕 전사King Seong Killed in Silla Ambush
King Seong was killed in a Silla ambush while inspecting the front lines, leading to the collapse of the Baekje forces.
- 결과Complete Collapse of Silla-Baekje Alliance
The defeat at Gwansan Fortress ended the Silla-Baekje alliance for good, turning the two kingdoms into bitter enemies.
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