The first literati purge of Joseon, triggered by Jo Ui-jemun, a lament written by Kim Jong-jik criticizing King Sejo. Yu Ja-gwang and the Hungu faction massacred the rival Sarim faction.
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The first literati purge of Joseon, triggered by Jo Ui-jemun, a lament written by Kim Jong-jik criticizing King Sejo. Yu Ja-gwang and the Hungu faction massacred the rival Sarim faction.