History of Japan Episode 529 - Bakumatsu, Part 2
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May 3, 2024 Explore the rise and fall of Imperial Loyalism in early 1860s Japan, triggered by the assassination of Ii Naosuke. From failed coups to diplomatic standoffs, witness the strategic shifts and resilience of loyalists in their quest for change. Discover the tumultuous political landscape and the clash of ideologies in a pivotal moment of Japanese history.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Sakuraramon Incident and the Political Turmoil in Japan
04:26 • 22min
The Richardson Incident and Satsuma Domain's Diplomatic Standoff
26:56 • 2min
The Failed Kinmon Incident and the Downfall of the Loyalist Movement
29:21 • 4min
The Resilience and Strategic Shifts of Loyalists in Japan
33:30 • 4min