Dispute Between Chinese and Korean Researchers Concerning Territorial Affiliation of the Koguryo Kingdom in the Light of Archeological Excavation

Archaeological excavations and relics reveal ongoing disputes between Chinese and Korean researchers over the territorial affiliation of the ancient Koguryo Kingdom, which spanned from central Manchuria to south of Seoul between 37 BC and AD 668. Chinese scholars, through projects like the 'Serial Research Project on the History and Current Status of the Northeast Border Region,' argue that Koguryo was an ethnic system within ancient China, aiming to integrate its history into China's narrative. Korean researchers strongly contest this, emphasizing Koguryo's distinct identity and cultural connections to Korea. Both sides rely on archaeological evidence to support their claims, highlighting the significance of these findings in shaping national identities and historical narratives.

AŁTYN, M. (2017). DISPUTE BETWEEN CHINESE AND KOREAN RESEARCHERS CONCERNING TERRITORIAL AFFILIATION OF THE KOGURYO KINGDOM IN THE LIGHT OF ARCHEOLOGICAL EXCAVATION. International Journal of Korean Humanities and Social Sciences, 2, 35–48. https://doi.org/10.14746/kr.2016.02.03