United States expedition to Korea
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Was a military expedition by the United States in Korea that took place predominantly on and around Ganghwa Island in 1871.
Chronology
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June 1871: In 1871, during the Shinmiyangyo (U.S. expedition to Korea), American troops led by Admiral Rodgers and General Foulke reached Deokjin Fort, which had been abandoned by Korean forces. This marked a significant moment in the military occupation of the area by the United States.
June 1871: On June 10, the Americans attacked the lightly defended Choji Garrison on Ganghwa, along the Salee River. The Koreans were armed with severely outdated weapons, such as matchlock muskets but with cannons.
July 1871: The United States Asiatic Squadron stayed at anchorage off Jakyak Island until July 3, when they left Korea.
June 1871: In 1871, during the United States expedition to Korea, sailors and Marines dismantled the fortress at Gwangseong Garrison. This action was part of the military occupation of the area led by Rear Admiral John Rodgers and General Frederick Townsend Ward.
