The dynasty associated with Tang Soo Do's early history is which of the following?

• A. Ming Dynasty
• B. Joseon Dynasty
• C. T'ang Dynasty
• D. Sui Dynasty

Answer: (C)

Tang Soo Do’s early history is tied to the Tang Dynasty, which the name itself honors. The term “Tang” in Tang Soo Do signals influence from that period of Chinese history, reflecting how Tang-era martial arts and cultural exchange helped shape early Korean practices. This connection is the main reason the Dynasty associated is the Tang Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty came later and isn’t linked to the name, Joseon is a Korean dynasty rather than a Chinese one referenced in the art’s title, and the Sui Dynasty predates Tang and isn’t the source of the name or its martial‑arts lineage.