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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

  1. 배경Collapse of Silla-Baekje Alliance

    After Silla seized Baekje's Han River territory, King Seong raised an army to punish Silla for the betrayal.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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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