Koryu Dynasty- 935-1392
- Wang Kon was the king
- Lasted 4 and a half centuries
- Had big achievements in Korea culture
- Created pottery famous for its green glaze
- They created giant blocks destroyed by the mongols but were re-created
- Established a civil service system
- Divided between Aristocracy and the rest of the population, military, slaves, and common people.
- Sons of Nobles got best positions
- In 1231 Mongols swept through Korea and were a threat for the Koryu
- The Mongols demanded 20,000 horses, clothes for 1 million soldiers, artisans and children
- The Mongols lasted until 1360 when they collapsed
- In 1392 Koryu was overthrown by a group of scholar official and military leaders
- Created Celadon pottery