This lecture includes an introduction and conversation with Arne Westad, Elihu Professor of History, Yale University. Myung-chul Yoon is professor emeritus of history at Dongguk University and professor of archeology at Samarkand State University of Uzbekistan. His research focuses on the history of Goguryeo as well as East Asian maritime history. He has published over 60 books and numerous journal articles.
He is also a poet and explorer and has published 14 poetry books.
Supported by The Kim Hongnam Korean Studies Fund.