Myeong-ryang -
"Myeong-ryang" (also spelled Myeongnyang) most commonly refers to the , a pivotal historical event in Korean history. It is also the title of a record-breaking South Korean film depicting that battle, and more recently, the name of a major renewable energy project. 1. The Historical Battle (1597)
In a modern context, the name is attached to the , a significant renewable energy initiative in South Korea. Myeong-ryang
: It is the first phase of a massive 3.2 GW offshore wind cluster being developed by Pacifico Energy Korea in Jindo County. The Historical Battle (1597) In a modern context,
Released in 2014, the film Myeong-ryang (internationally titled ) is a cinematic adaptation of this naval triumph. The took place on October 26, 1597, during the Imjin War
The took place on October 26, 1597, during the Imjin War . Led by the legendary Admiral Yi Sun-sin , a small Korean fleet of only 12 or 13 "panokseon" ships faced a massive Japanese armada of over 130 warships.
: As of 2025, the project has secured essential electricity business licenses to move forward with construction.
: Despite being heavily outnumbered, the Korean forces achieved a miraculous victory without losing a single ship, effectively halting the Japanese naval advance toward the capital. 2. The Film: "The Admiral: Roaring Currents" (2014)