조선 전기 對明使行과 平安道의 護送･運送 부담

Abstract

Joseon dynasty, which strengthened diplomatic relations with Ming, made Pyeongan province in charge of escort and transportation support for the envoys. The target area included not only interior of Pyeongan province, but also the area of ​​Liaodong, where threat of Jurchens existed. The escort and transport-related systems were in the process of maintenance, and it took a lot of time to secure related personnel. On the other hand, size of the envoys was getting bigger, and number of times was frequent. Pyeongan province made soldiers in the area other than the border defense line responsible for escort and transportation. After a large-scale collision with Jurchens in the late 15th century, the burden of escort decreased. On the other hand, as trade with Ming expanded from the 16th century, the burden of transportation increased significantly. As the military burden of Pyeongan province was eased and economic desires within Joseon expanded, the focus shifted to an increasing burden on the transportation of trade goods.