GYEONGGI-DO

𝐆𝐘𝐄𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐆𝐈 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐄 경기도 🌿 At the dawn of the 20th century, Korea stood at a crossroads, caught between three rising empires: The Great Qing Empire of China, the Russian Empire, and the rising Empire of Japan. In a bid to secure full independence, the King of Joseon renounced Korea’s status as a Qing tributary during the Sino-Japanese War and declared the founding of the Great Han Empire (The Korean Empire). However, this Empire's independence was merely a facade, as meddling Russian and Japanese officials vied for control and influence over the Imperial Court, undermining the authority of the Gwangmu Emperor. Disillusioned, Koreans now take up arms to liberate their homeland from foreign rule... 🌿 Credits: Lord_lnvicta aklilz nowazure dovregubben