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Explore the riveting story of Harold Godwinson, the last Saxon king of England. Discover how his strategic genius and warrior's spirit marked the end of the Viking Age and led to tales of immense victories and crushing defeats. From his victory over Harald Hardrada to his struggles and ultimate fall at the Battle of Hastings, delve into one of England's most turbulent eras.
00:00: Introduction01:15: Ancestry & Early Life06:15: Rise to Power15:07: Harold's Conquest of Wales18:12: The Oath that would haunt Harold20:54: Harold's strife with his brother Tostig22:45: English Crown in Turmoil29:01: The End of the Viking Age38:54: The Battle of Hastings & The Last Anglo-Saxon King
#HaroldGodwinson #lastSaxonking #BattleofHastings #HaraldHardrada #VikingAge #Anglo-SaxonChronicle #Englishhistory #Normans #Walesconquest #StamfordBridge #Tostig #EnglishCrown
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Explore the poignant tale of Edith Swanneck, an 11th-century Anglo-Scandinavian noblewoman. Raised amidst the warfare of her Viking father's world, Edith’s gentle nature earned her the epithet 'Swanneck.' Through her love for King Harold Godwinson and her courageous act after the Battle of Hastings, she became one of England's wealthiest and most revered nobles. Tune in to uncover a story of war, love, and unwavering loyalty in this captivating episode.
00:00: Introduction01:39: Ancestry & Early Life04:52: More Ancestry & Early Life09:00: Relationship with Harold Godwinson13:58: England at War & The Queen Who Never Was17:40: Edith Walks through the battlefield
#EdithSwanneck #EdiththeFair #KingHaroldGodwinson #Anglo-Scandinavian #BattleofHastings #medievalhistory #lovestory #Vikings #Jomsviking #Anglo-Saxon #medievalnoblewoman
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Explore the dark histories of two of England's most infamous monarchs, Æthelred the Unready and William the Conqueror. From orchestrating genocides to commanding brutal invasions, these kings left a bloody mark on history. This episode delves into their reigns and the atrocities they committed. Discover their early lives, ascensions to power, and the catastrophic events that defined their rules.
00:00:00: Introduction00:00:56: Æthelred the Unready00:01:43: Early Life00:03:55: Ascension to the Throne00:10:50: The St Brice's Day Massacre00:13:30: Jomsviking Occupation of England00:16:29: Sweyn Forkbeard's Invasion of England00:19:10: An Exiled King Returns00:22:07: Æthelred's Death00:23:38: William the Conqueror00:24:45: Ancestry & Early Life00:27:02: The Battle of Val-ès-Dunes00:32:34: The Politics in England regarding the crown00:39:31: The Battle of Hastings00:44:18: William the King of England00:46:21: The revolt of Edgar Ætheling00:54:25: The Harrying of the North
#history #ÆthelredtheUnready #WilliamtheConqueror #medievalhistory #Englishhistory #evilkings #StBrice'sDayMassacre #BattleofHastings #genocide #atrocities #SweynForkbeard #NormanConquest #HarryingoftheNorth
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Discover the incredible journey of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the second 'Great Unifier' of Japan. Rising from his humble beginnings as a peasant, Hideyoshi became the most powerful man in Japan during the Sengoku period. Learn about his military genius, strategic brilliance, and the key events that led him to unify Japan and become its de facto leader. This episode covers his early life, his rise to power, and his legacy as both a master strategist and a tyrant. Toyotomi Hideyoshi's story is a testament to ambition, intelligence, and ruthless determination.
00:00:00: Introduction00:02:15: Early Life00:07:34: From Peasant to Lord00:12:46: A Master Strategist & General00:22:33: Hideyoshi Overthrows the Oda Clan00:28:42: Unification of Japan00:34:19: Toyotomi Hideyoshi The Taiko & Tyrant
#ToyotomiHideyoshi #GreatUnifier #Japan #Sengokuperiod #militarygenius #samurai #Taikō #Japanesehistory #unification #OdaNobunaga #ImjinWar #daijō-daijin #kampaku #strategicbrilliance #tyrant
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Discover the incredible story of Yasuke, an African who became one of the first samurai in Japan. Journey from his mysterious origins in Africa to his pivotal role serving the powerful warlord Oda Nobunaga. Learn about his adventures, battles, and the historic events he witnessed, including the Battle of Tenmokuzan and the Honnō-ji Incident.
00:00: Introduction01:16: Mysterious Origins & Mercenary Work03:53: Arrival in Japan & Meeting Oda Nobunaga10:22: The Battle of Tenmokuzan14:12: Honnō-ji Incident
#Yasuke #AfricanSamurai #OdaNobunaga #JapaneseHistory #Samurai #BattleofTenmokuzan #Honnō-jiIncident
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In this episode, we dive into the life of Oda Nobunaga, the feared yet revered warlord who became the de-facto ruler of Japan by 1582. Born during the tumultuous Sengoku period, Nobunaga's unyielding ambition and brilliant military strategies transformed Japanese warfare and paved the way for the country's unification. Despite his ruthless demeanor, Nobunaga's personality and policies marked a significant turning point in Japanese history. Join us as we explore his rise to power, his overthrow of the Ashikaga Shogunate, and his dramatic end at the Honnō-ji Incident.
00:00:00: Introduction00:01:18: The Fool of Owari00:08:41: Rise to Power00:18:41: Personality & Policies00:23:54: Nobunaga Overthrows the Ashikaga Shogunate00:29:41: The End of the Azai, Asakura, and Matsunaga Clans & War with the Takeda00:36:06: War with the Ikko Ikki00:40:26: The Glorious End of the Takeda Clan00:44:33: Honnō-ji Incident
#OdaNobunaga #DemonDaimyō #UnifierofJapan #Sengokuperiod #Japanesewarfare #AshikagaShogunate #samurai #Japanesehistory #militarystrategies #Honnō-jiIncident #Azaiclan #Asakuraclan #Matsunagaclan #Takedaclan #IkkoIkki
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Join us as we explore the life of Saitō Hajime, born during the decline of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Saitō served as the captain of the third unit of the Shinsengumi, an elite group of swordsmen dedicated to protecting the shogun. Discover the political chaos, civil war, and the critical moments in Japanese history that shaped his legacy.
00:00: Introduction04:00: Early Life & Character06:03: War Thunder07:16: The Order of the Shinsengumi11:05: Boshin War15:34: Satsuma Rebellion
#SaitoHajime #Samurai #Shinsengumi #TokugawaShogunate #JapaneseHistory #BoshinWar #SatsumaRebellion #Shogun
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Discover the events that shaped the Battle of Sekigahara along with the state of feudal Japan during this pivotal period. Learn about key figures such as Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and others who played crucial roles in this historic battle.
00:00:00: Feudal Japan Under Oda Nobunaga00:02:24: The Rise of Toyotomi Hideyoshi00:05:36: The Toyotomi Clan loses Influence00:08:54: Events Leading up to the Battle of Sekigahara00:12:03: The Battle00:18:21: Aftermath
#history #shogun #sekigahara #tokugawaieyasu #tokugawa #sengoku #akechi #ishidamitsunari #samurai #japanesehistory #japan #odanobunaga #toyotomihideyoshi
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Dive into the real lives of the historical figures behind Shogun's main characters: Lord Yoshii Toranaga (Tokugawa Ieyasu), John Blackthorne (William Adams), and Toda Mariko (Akechi Tama). Discover the intriguing details of their lives and influences that shaped the story.
00:00: Akechi Tama (Toda Mariko)14:39: Tokugawa Ieyasu (Lord Yoshii Toranaga)42:01: William Adams (John Blackthorne)
#history #Shogun #TokugawaIeyasu #LordYoshiiToranaga #WilliamAdams #JohnBlackthorne #AkechiTama #TodaMariko #Japanesehistory #samurai #Sengokuperiod
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Discover the captivating and tragic story of Yasuke, the African-born samurai who journeyed to Japan during the 16th-century era of warring states. Explore his life, from mysterious origins and his arrival in Japan to his battles and cultural encounters with figures like Oda Nobunaga. Dive into this tale of courage, resilience, and the enduring human spirit.
00:00: Introduction01:14: Mysterious Origins & Early Life03:35: Arrival in Japan & Meeting with Oda Nobunaga10:21: Battle of Tenmokuzan14:18: The Honnō-ji Incident
#history #Yasuke #Africansamurai #samurai #Japan #OdaNobunaga #16thcentury #warringstates #Japanesehistory #shogun #warrior #Sengoku
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Explore the remarkable story of Ōtani Yoshitsugu, a skilled samurai from the Sengoku period who, despite being a leper, became legendary for his extraordinary talent in military strategy. Learn about his rise to power, legendary battles, and his close friendship with Ishida Mitsunari. Discover why Hideyoshi, the peasant who rose to rule Japan, once said he would entrust a million soldiers to Yoshitsugu. This episode delves into the unique abilities and the romanticized heroics of the leper samurai within Japanese history.
00:00: Introduction01:01: Mysterious Origins & War04:32: Rise to Power & Legend07:08: The Leper Samurai12:48: Friendship with Ishida Mitsunari16:32: The Battle of Sekigahara & Death
#historyprofiles #shogun #samurai #leper #sengoku #otani #otaniyoshitsugu #lepersamurai #japan #japanesehistory
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Discover the incredible life of Hosokawa Fujitaka, a Samurai daimyo during Japan's Sengoku period. Known for his wisdom, warrior skills, and influence in ending this era of constant war and chaos, Fujitaka's actions left a lasting mark on history. From his early life to his service under Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi, learn about his remarkable journey and the Siege of Tanabe.
00:00: Introduction00:44: Early Life03:37: Service Under Oda Nobunaga08:55: Death of Nobunaga & Service to Hideyoshi13:37: Later Life & Siege of Tanabe
#historyprofiles #shogun #shogunfx #tokugawaieyasu #hosokawa #hosokawafujitaka #fujitaka #tadaoki #akechitama #sengoku #samurai #samuraiwarrior #TodaHiromatsu #IronFist #Japanesehistory #civilwars #Hosokawafamily #warriorpoet #scholar
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Explore the riveting life of Hosokawa Tadaoki, a seasoned warrior entwined in Japan's Sengoku era. Delve into his journey through battles, his contributions to weaponry and culture, and his interactions with legendary figures like Miyamoto Musashi. Discover how Tadaoki, who was deeply rooted in both conflict and creativity, shaped the tapestry of Japanese history.
00:00: Introduction01:07: Early Life & the Shogunate in turmoil05:12: Service Under Toyotomi Hideyoshi11:58: Battle of Sekigahara13:55: Later Life
#HosokawaTadaoki #BuntaroHirokatsu #Sengokuera #Shogun #Japanesehistory #samurai #MiyamotoMusashi #ToyotomiHideyoshi #BattleofSekigahara #TokugawaIeyasu #OdaNobunaga #Akechi #Ishida
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Explore the intriguing life of Matsudaira Tadayoshi, portrayed as Yoshii Nagakado in the Shogun TV series. Discover the differences between the show's character and the historical figure, from his rise alongside his father Tokugawa Ieyasu to his pivotal role in the Battle of Sekigahara.
00:00: Introduction01:04: Ancestry & Early Life03:03: Battle Prowess & Character07:09: Death & Legacy
#history #Japan #Shogun #Sengoku #Tokugawa #TokugawaIeyasu #YoshiiToranaga #YoshiiNagakado #MatsudairaTadayoshi #Japanesehistory #WilliamAdams #JohnBlackthorne #samurai
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Discover the fascinating tale of Honda Masanobu, also known as Kashigi Yabushige, during Japan's turbulent Sengoku period. Learn about his early life, his alliance and conflicts with Tokugawa Ieyasu, and his rise to power amidst the chaos of samurai warfare. Explore the psychological manipulations and alliances that marked this era and understand how Masanobu became a significant figure in Japanese history.
00:00: Introduction01:32: Early Life06:41: Reconciliation with Ieyasu12:06: Rise to Power15:54: Later Life & Death
#KashigiYabushige #HondaMasanobu #Sengokuperiod #SamuraiLords #Shogun #TokugawaIeyasu #Japanesehistory #samuraiwarfare #psychologicalmanipulation #alliances #Japan
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Explore the enthralling and tragic story of Yodo-Dono, also known as Lady Chacha, whose life became deeply entwined with powerful warlords and the politically turbulent Sengoku period of Japan. From early tragedies to her rise in power and her eventual tragic end during the Siege of Osaka, discover how she navigated the relentless tides of war, betrayal, and political intrigue.
00:00: Introduction00:55: Early Life & Tragedy04:09: Death of Nobunaga & Aftermath07:54: Rise to Power12:08: Death of Hideyoshi & Aftermath16:16: Feud with Tokugawa Ieyasu19:58: Siege of Osaka & Death
#Yodo-Dono #OchibanoKata #LadyChacha #Sengokuperiod #Japanesehistory #samurai #war #betrayal #TokugawaIeyasu #Nobunaga #Hideyoshi #SiegeofOsaka
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Explore the real story behind Ishida Mitsunari, a pivotal figure during Japan's Sengoku period. Often presented as Ishido Kazunari in the Shogun TV show, Ishida Mitsunari's life was marked by his opposition to Tokugawa Ieyasu, his rise to power, and his influence during one of Japan's most turbulent eras. Discover his early life, political career, and his involvement in key historical events like the Battle of Sekigahara and the Japanese Invasion of Korea.
00:00: Introduction01:07: Early Life03:37: Feudal Japan09:05: Rise to Power12:06: The Japanese Invasion of Korea16:26: The Death of Hideyoshi17:41: The Battle of Sekigahara
#IshidaMitsunari #Sengokuperiod #Japanesehistory #TokugawaIeyasu #Samurai #FeudalJapan #BattleofSekigahara #JapaneseInvasionofKorea #Hideyoshi
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Discover the real-life story of Akechi Tama, also known as Hosokawa Gracia. Born during Japan's tumultuous Sengoku period, she navigated a time of constant civil war and the diminished powers of the Ashikaga Shogunate and the emperor. Amid this chaos, Akechi Tama, a noblewoman, converted to Christianity despite it being a contentious and dangerous decision. Learn about her unwavering faith, her role during the Honnō-ji Incident, and the historical backdrop of Japan's early Christian converts, including her struggle against imperial edicts and her unique status as one of the few upper-class women to embrace Catholicism in this era.
00:00:00: Introduction00:02:50: Early Life00:04:00: Honnō-ji Incident00:06:00: Aftermath00:07:03: Conversion00:09:48: Death of Hideyoshi00:11:56: War & Death
#TodaMariko #AkechiTama #HosokawaGracia #Sengokuperiod #AshikagaShogunate #JapaneseChristianity #historicalnoblewomen #Honnō-jiIncident #JapaneseDaimyos #ChristianconvertsinJapan #Japanesehistory #Samurai
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Explore the legendary tale of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the fearless samurai and master strategist, who rose to power in Japan's tumultuous Sengoku period. Follow his journey from the bloodstained dawn of Japan's 16th & early 17th century through the savage claws of war, navigating the dangerous webs of power and politics. This captivating story brings to life the dawn of the Shogunate and the legacy of one of Japan's most influential figures.
00:00:00: Introduction00:00:54: Early Life00:06:49: The Path of the Warrior00:18:02: Rise to Power00:22:17: Battle of Sekigahara00:26:14: Death & Legacy
#history #shogun #tokugawa #tokugawaieyasu #samurai #japan #japanesehistory #sengokuperiod #warrior #battleofsekigahara
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Discover the incredible journey of William Adams, an English sailor who became one of the first Western samurai in Japanese history. Explore his life of tragedy, transformation, and cultural exchange during the Elizabethan era, an age of exploration and economic prosperity. Learn how Adams' story intersects with historical figures like Francis Drake and delves into the fascinating world of privateering, trans-Atlantic trade, and samurai culture.
00:00: William Adams01:00: Early Life02:02: Life as a Privateer04:25: Arrival in Japan08:29: The Birth of a Samurai
#history #samurai #WilliamAdams #shogun #Japan #sailor #Englishsamurai #England #JohnBlackthorne #Elizabethanera #exploration #culturalexchange
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