Behind the Myth: Is “Han” Uniquely Korean?

Adam Volle’s last Behind the Myth Column asks: is ‘han’ unique to Korea?

Jeolla in Imjin War

In the year 1592 Japan invaded Korea through the Busan harbor. Jeolla province then became an important strategic point in the defense of Korea.

Behind the Myth: The Many Invasions of Korea

How often has Korea really been invaded?