Honda Tadakatsu

Japanese general and daimyō

Honda Tadakatsu - Japanese general and daimyō
Born

1548
477 years ago

Died

December 3rd, 1610
414 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Japan

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Served as a prominent general during the Azuchi-Momoyama period and the early Edo period. Played a crucial role in various military campaigns under Tokugawa Ieyasu. Known for steadfast loyalty and military prowess, he played a significant part in the Battle of Sekigahara in 1600, which propelled the Tokugawa shogunate's rise to power. Governed the territory of Echizen as a daimyō and was honored with the title of 'The Demon General' due to his fierce battle reputation. His legacy continued through his descendants, who served prominent roles in the Tokugawa government.

Participated in the Battle of Sekigahara

Governed Echizen as a daimyō

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