Matsudaira Tadamasa

Japanese samurai and daimyō of Matsudaira

Matsudaira Tadamasa - Leaders & Politicians born January 21st, 1598
Born
Died

1645
380 years ago — 47 years old

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Leaders & Politicians

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Japan

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Born in 1598, this samurai served as a daimyō during the Edo period in Japan. Governed the Fukui domain and played a significant role in the administration and governance of the region. Oversaw the construction of infrastructure and promoted cultural development. Engaged in the consolidation of power during a time of political stability and peace, known as the Pax Tokugawa. Established strong relationships with other samurai and held critical influence within the shogunate system.

Governed the Fukui domain

Promoted infrastructure

Consolidated power during the Edo period

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