Chadae 71 – 165

Biography

Chadae reigned as king of Goguryeo, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea, during a formative period in Korean history. Born on January 1, 71, he came of age during an era when Goguryeo was establishing itself as a major power on the Korean peninsula. His ninety-four-year lifespan, spanning from 71 to 165, reflected the resilience and longevity that would characterize the kingdom he led.

As a ruler of Goguryeo, Chadae occupied an important place in the kingdom’s royal lineage during the first and second centuries. The era in which he lived was marked by the kingdom’s gradual consolidation of power and territorial influence. Though specific details of his reign and accomplishments are sparse in surviving historical records, his position as king underscored the continuity of Goguryeo’s dynastic succession during this ancient period.

Chadae passed away on January 1, 165, marking the end of a long life lived during transformative times in Korean history. While the exact circumstances of his death and the location of his burial remain unknown to modern historians, his role as a Goguryeo monarch secured his place in the kingdom’s historical record. He is remembered as part of the royal succession that shaped early Korean civilization.