THE COURT OF THE MINH MANG DYNASTY AND THE LE VAN KHOI REBELLION IN THE SOUTH

Abstract

The South has been a significant region of Vietnam from its initial discovery to the present day. The interaction between the people and the land has resulted in numerous unique nuances throughout its historical formation and development. The article employs a historical methodology, utilising relevant Han Nom historical sources that have been translated and published, to examine specific characteristics and properties of the Le Van Khoi uprising in the South (1833 - 1835) during the reign of King Minh Mang. Additionally, it analyses the attitudes and behaviours of this dynasty in response to the uprising. The article’s findings indicate that the Le Van Khoi incident resulted from the court's imprudent political actions in the South. In response, the Minh Mang court undertook measures to quell the uprising and adopted strategies to maintain public support.