Historical Character of the Day and Who is Sejong the Great?

Sejong of Joseon 15 May 1397, personal name Yi Do, widely known as Sejong the Great, was the fourth ruler of the Joseon dynasty of Korea, and a Neographer. Initially titled Grand Prince Chungnyeong, he was born as the third son of King Taejong and Queen Wongyeong. King Sejong is regarded as one of the greatest leaders in Korean history.

Further Reading:

King Sejong the Great: The Light of Fifteenth Century Korea