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Eum-u

Prime Minister of Goguryeo from 254 to 271 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Eum-u (Korean: 음우; Hanja: 陰友; ? – 271) was the prime minister of Goguryeo during the reigns of Kings Jungcheon and Seocheon.

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Background

Prime Minister Eum-u's last name is unknown, and therefore, his ancestry cannot be traced. It is known, however, that he was from the Biryu-Bu of Goguryeo, and fathered at least one son, Sang-nu, who would succeed Eum-u as prime minister of Goguryeo.

Life

Historical records provide few details on the life and background of prime minister Eum-u. Eum-u became prime minister of Goguryeo in the year 254, succeeding Myeongnim Eosu. The only other fact that is revealed is, Eum-u died in the year 271, and was succeeded by his son Sang-nu.

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Sources

  • Samguk Sagi, Goguryeo Bon-Gi
Preceded by Prime Minister of Goguryeo)
254 271
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