South Korean monarchs
A history of South Korean monarchs, including all of Korean history preceding the communist revolution.
Contents
Goryeo
Joseon
Empire of Korea
Japanese Occupation
Korea became a client state of Imperial Japan. In this period, the kingdom became known as ChÅsen.
Soviet and American Occupation Zones
A provisional government known as the People's Republic of Korea (PRK) was organized to administer Korea following Japanese surrender.
The United States did not recognize the PRK. Instead, the United States Army Military Government in Korea (USAMGIK) was established. The Republic of Korea eventually succeeded this occupation.
The USSR took control of the PRK and established the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.