King Yeongjo
Korean King (Joseon)
21st Joseon Dynasty King of Korea during whose reign the 18 martial arts system Sibpalgi was codified.
Quick Facts
Date of Birth10/31/1694
Date of Death3/5/1776
Era18th century
Country of Origin
Korea
KoreaRank / TitlePatron of Sibpalgi (18 Weapons)
Active Years1724–1776
Biography
King Yeongjo and Crown Prince Sado codified Sibpalgi in 1759, expanding earlier combat manuals into 18 standardized martial arts including spears, swords, and unarmed combat.