 John M. B. Sill

John Malhelm Berry Sill (November 23, 1831-1901) was the American ambassador and consul general to Korea in a time that has been described as “ one of the most turbulent periods of Korean history.” He served 1894 to 1897, during which time Korea went through the Sino-Japanese War, the Gabo Reform, the murder of Queen Myeongseong, and King Gojong's refuge in the Russian legation.He began a career as a teacher when he was 18.