a summary of Korean history:

 Here's a summary of Korean history:

 

Prehistoric era: Refers to the period from 5 million years ago to the Bronze Age. During this time, cultures such as the dolmen culture and the bronze culture developed.

 

Gojoseon period: The first kingdom on the Korean peninsula, reportedly founded by King Dangun in 2333 BC.

 

Three Kingdoms period: The period of the three kingdoms (Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla), which existed from 37 BC to the 10th century. Goguryeo and Baekje existed from 37 BC to the 7th century, and Silla existed from 57 BC to the 10th century.

 

Goryeo period: A dynasty that was founded in 918 and lasted until 1392. Representative cultural assets include Seokguram Grotto, Hahoe Folk Village, and Jeongdongjin.

 

Joseon period: Established in 1392 and lasted until the annexation by Japan in 1910. The Joseon dynasty maintained its power through the civil service examination system, the yangban system, and the Uibyeong (Righteous Army). Representative cultural assets include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Jongmyo Shrine.

 

Korean Empire period: The Korean Empire was proclaimed in 1897 and lasted until the annexation by Japan in 1910. During this period, there was the Japanese occupation and independence movements.

 

Republic of Korea: The Republic of Korea was established on August 15, 1948. Since then, it has gone through the Korean War, April 19 Revolution, May 16 military coup, and more. Representative cultural assets include Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Korean Folk Village, and Jeju Island.

 

These historical facts play an important role in understanding Korean culture and history.