6. The first battle of Danghangpo (June 5, 1592)
|
Joseon fleet |
Japanese fleet |
Commander |
Admiral Yi sun-shin, Yi eok-gi, Won gyun |
Gato giyomasha |
Strength |
51 panokships and 50 small vessels |
26 ships |
Casualties and losses |
None |
26 ships destroyed |
On June 4, Jeolla eastern fleet joined Admiral Yi’s fleet. It doubled strength of Joseon fleet. One citizen informed Joseon fleet that Japanese ships were anchoring at Danghangpo in Goseong. Admiral Yi discussed tactic with other commanders and decided to entice Japanese ships out of port. Joseon fleet divided into two columns and first column sailed into port. Second column followed them after first column sent message to enter the port. Geobukseon destroyed Adakabune first again and all Japanese ships were destroyed