Tomb of General Kim Jong-seo

This tomb, located in Jeonui-myeon, Sejong Special Self-Governing City, is the grave of General Jeoljae Kim Jong-seo (1383–1453), a loyal subject during the reign of King Danjong of Joseon. Kim Jong-seo passed the civil service examination in the 5th year of King Taejong (1405) and held various official posts, including Provincial Military Commander of Hamgil-do, and in the 16th year of King Sejong (1434) he opened up six garrisons, leaving behind the achievement of confirming the current border line at the Tumen River. He also participated in the compilation of works such as the 'Goryeosa', 'Goryeosajeoryo', and 'Sejongsillok', demonstrating his scholarly capabilities. Upon King Danjong's accession, he served as Left State Councilor and assisted the young king, but in the 1st year of King Danjong (1453) he was killed by Grand Prince Suyang and lost his life along with his two sons. The tombstone and the 'Chungsin Jeongnyeo' plaque were erected in the 22nd year of King Yeongjo (1764), and the approximately 200-pyeong burial site has a recently installed round wall and a three-door gate.

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