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The Wanggung Sumunjang () literally translates as ''door guard of the royal palace'' or Sumungun () literally translates as ''military doorkeepers'', for short is a royal guard unit of the Joseon Dynasty, whose primary duty is to guard the walls and gates of the Five palaces of Seoul. Description The Wanggung Sumunjang were a special unit of the Royal Guards in the Joseon Dynasty of Korea. The Sumungun were responsible for guarding the gates and walls of the five royal palaces and Hanseong's city gates, and would also patrol the surrounding areas to prevent any unauthorized entry. They were highly skilled in martial arts and weaponry, and were trained to use a variety of weapons including swords, spears, and bows. In 1469, King Yejong established the King's Royal Palace Gatekeepers as a separate organization from the main body of the Royal Guards. King Yeongjo established the ''Sumunjangcheong'' (守門將廳) to manage them. They were recruited from the commoner class and were of ...
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Royal Guard At Gwanghwamun Gate, Gyeongbokgung, Seoul
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