Sayri Tupac vs Sunjo of Joseon

Sayri Tupac succeeded his father Manco Inca as the ruler of the Neo-Inca state in Vilcabamba. He inherited a small, isolated kingdom that continued resistance against Spanish rule in the Andes.

Sayri Tupac entered into negotiations with Spanish Viceroy Andr

Sayri Tupac was baptized as a Christian in Lima, taking the name Diego. He formally accepted Spanish sovereignty and was granted the title of Prince of Yucay, along with encomiendas, ending the Vilcabamba resistance temporarily.

Sayri Tupac died suddenly in Yucay, possibly poisoned by Spanish officials or by his own relatives. His death led to the succession of his brother Titu Cusi Yupanqui, who resumed resistance against Spanish rule.

After Jeongjo's death, the Andong Kim clan, led by Queen Sunwon's family, seized power. They purged reformist officials and controlled the young King Sunjo. This marked the beginning of in-law family rule (sedo politics) that lasted for decades.

Sunjo's government launched a severe persecution of Catholics, executing hundreds of converts and foreign missionaries. This was part of a broader crackdown on Western ideas. The persecution strengthened Joseon's isolationist policy.

A peasant rebellion led by Hong Gyeong-rae broke out in Pyeongan Province, protesting heavy taxes and corruption. The rebellion lasted several months and was suppressed by the government. It exposed the weaknesses of the Joseon administration under in-law rule.