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EPISODE 36 The 47 Ronin (Part 1)

History on Fire

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The Troubling Time for the Samurai

This chapter discusses the challenges faced by the samurai during a time of peace in Japan, where war was no longer prominent. It explores how the samurai had to redefine their role in society as merchants and middle classes surpassed them in wealth. The chapter also examines the importance of symbols, particularly the sword, in the samurai identity during this period.

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