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Henry VII (1457-1509) was King of England from 1485 until his death and the founder of the Tudor dynasty. He gained the throne by defeating Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field, the decisive final clash of the Wars of the Roses, and reinforced his claim by marrying Elizabeth of York. His gove...
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Founded Tudor stability, restored finances, ended dynastic war, but ruled cautiously and harshly.
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Taejo of Joseon, born Yi Seong-gye, was a Korean military commander who overthrew the Goryeo order and founded the Joseon dynasty in 1392. He ruled until 1398 and established Hanyang, present-day Seoul, as his capital. His reign began a dynasty that governed Korea for more than five centuries and re...
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Founded long-lasting Joseon dynasty and new capital, but usurpation and family conflict temper reputation.
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