Tokugawa Ieyasu
Japanese shōgun and unifier of Japan
Born
January 31st, 1543
482 years ago
Died
June 1st, 1616
409 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Unified Japan after a period of civil war and established the Tokugawa shogunate, which ruled for over 250 years. Initially served as a military commander under Nobunaga and later under Hideyoshi, securing his power through strategic alliances and military campaigns. After the Battle of Sekigahara in 1600, assumed the title of shōgun in 1603, marking the beginning of the Edo period. Implemented policies that stabilized and centralized political power, controlled foreign relations, and fostered economic growth. His legacy influenced Japanese society and governance long after his death in 1616.
Unified Japan during the Sengoku period
Established the Tokugawa shogunate
Became the first shōgun of the Edo period
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