– 179, Chinese: 明臨答夫; Korean: 명림답부) was the first Guksasang (국좌상 "Prime Minister") of Goguryeo, and was known for his overthrowing of the tyrannical King Chadae and his victory against Han China at the Battle of Jwawon.
When Chadae rose to the throne in 146, Myeongnim Dap-bu faced many challenges and suffered under the tyrant's reign.
Myeongnim Dap-bu served faithfully under the new king, and defeated Han Chinese forces at the Battle of Jwawon.
Myeongnim Dap-bu died in 179, aged 113 (112 by Western convention), after leading Goguryeo forces to victory against a tremendous Han army.
He assassinated a tyrant, strengthened royal power, defeated invaders, and finally, he led a fully successful revolution against a corrupt government.