Imjin War - 3 Minute History

The transcript details the unification of Japan under Toyotomi Hideyori and the subsequent invasions of Korea in 1592 and 1597. The first invasion saw initial Japanese success, but Korean naval innovations under Yi Sun-sin and Chinese intervention led to a stalemate. A second invasion was launched but ended with Japanese withdrawal following Hideyoshi's death. The invasions devastated Korea, weakened the Ming Dynasty, and led to the rise of the Tokugawa Shogunate in Japan.

What were the main reasons behind Toyotomi Hideyoshi's desire to invade Korea?

What were the outcomes of the first invasion force that landed in Korea in April 1592?

Describe the role of Yi Sun Sin in the Korean Navy during the invasions.

How did the Chinese involvement change the dynamics of the war in Korea?

What were the consequences of the invasions for Japan and Korea after the war ended?