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Korean general (1552-1617)

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Kwak Chaeu was a Korean military general from Uiryeong. He was called the "Red Robe General" after his habit of wearing a coat made of red silk. In 1592, nine days into the Imjin War, he formed a righteous army to fight against the Japanese army.

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Kwak Chaeu was a Korean military general from Uiryeong. He was called the "Red Robe General" after his habit of wearing a coat made of red silk. In 1592, nine days into the Imjin War, he formed a righteous army to fight against the Japanese army. He originally did not have an official position, but King Seonjo of Joseon granted him a government position.

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Lived 1552 to 1617 · aged 65
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