Dangun Wanggeom is the legendary founder of Gojoseon, the first Korean kingdom. According to Korean tradition, he established Gojoseon in 2333 BCE, making him one of the most important figures in Korean history and cultural identity. While historians generally regard Dangun as a legendary rather than historically verified figure, his story remains a cornerstone of Korea's national heritage. The Legend of Dangun The story, recorded in the 13th-century historical text Samguk Yu