c. 2333-108 BCE
Gojoseon
Capital: Wanggeom-seong (traditionally near Pyongyang)
A confederated early state associated with bronze culture, walled settlements, and the Dangun foundation tradition.
Major events
- Dangun foundation tradition
- Expansion of bronze dagger culture
- Conquest by Han China in 108 BCE
Cultural achievements
- Mumun and bronze-age material culture
- Early state formation
- Foundation mythology central to Korean identity