Historical Events tagged with "internal strife"

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Politics & Government

Ōuchi Clan Coup Leads to Lord's Death

September 30th, 1551 473 years ago

The Ōuchi clan military establishment successfully executed a coup against their lord, Ōuchi Yoshitaka. Facing insurrection within their own ranks, Yoshitaka was compelled to commit suicide as a result of the power struggle. Following this tragic turn of events, the city of Yoshida was set ablaze, demonstrating the ferocity of the clan's internal conflict and the consequences of political turmoil during this era.

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