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Battle of Chilcheollyang

When
August 28, 1597
Where
Chilcheollyang
Part of
Naval Engagements of the Imjin War in 1597

Japanese fleet ambushes the Joseon navy on August 28, 1597.

On August 28, 1597, the Japanese ambushed the Joseon fleet. Naval officer Pae Sŏl kept thirteen panokseons out of the battle and escaped to the southwestern coast, while the main force was engaged in the ambush.

Sources

  1. Yi Sun-sin Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-14
  2. Imjin War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16

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