Legendary Woman Samurai: Hosokawa Gracia
Not Just the Tudors
The Complex Legacy of Hosokawa Gracia
This chapter explores the intriguing life of Hosokawa Gracia, a samurai woman during Japan's Sengoku period, highlighting her identity as a potential Christian martyr, devoted wife, and warrior. Through discussions with a historian, it unravels her complex marriage to warlord Hosokawa Tadaoki and the impact of the Honnoji incident on their lives. The chapter further examines the discrepancies in historical accounts and the evolution of Gracia's Christian faith amid political tensions, providing a nuanced understanding of her legacy.
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