Richard II of England vs Yeonsangun of Joseon

Richard II faced the Peasants' Revolt, a major uprising led by Wat Tyler. The rebels marched on London, demanding an end to serfdom and poll taxes. Richard met them at Smithfield, where Tyler was killed, and the revolt was suppressed.

The Lords Appellant, a group of nobles, took control of the government through the Merciless Parliament. They executed or exiled Richard's favorites, severely limiting his power and humiliating the king.

Richard II was deposed by his cousin Henry Bolingbroke, who returned from exile and seized the throne. Richard was imprisoned and forced to abdicate, ending his reign and beginning the Lancastrian dynasty.

Richard II died at Pontefract Castle, likely starved to death on orders of Henry IV. His death ended the Plantagenet line of direct succession and led to the Wars of the Roses.

Yeonsangun ordered the execution of several Sarim scholars who criticized his rule and his mother's status. This purge marked the beginning of his tyrannical reign and intensified factional conflict.

Yeonsangun launched a second, more brutal purge, executing hundreds of officials and scholars. He targeted those involved in his mother's death and any perceived opposition, creating a climate of terror.

Yeonsangun abolished the Office of Censorship (Saganwon) and the Office of the Inspector General (Saheonbu), removing checks on royal power. This allowed him to rule without restraint.

Yeonsangun was overthrown in a coup led by court officials and military commanders. He was deposed and exiled to Ganghwa Island, ending his tyrannical reign. His half-brother Jungjong was installed as king.