History of Japan

Episode 434 - The Wrong Kind of Hero, Part 2

Apr 15, 2022
Explore the journey of Sakamoto Ryoma as he transforms amidst political turmoil, loyalists face betrayals and alliances, samurai prioritize Japan's pride over personal gain, and a historic collaboration on naval development shifts Japan's history.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
A Watershed Moment for Loyalists in Tosa Domain
02:45 • 6min
3
Reviving Japanese Spirit and Loyalty to the Emperor
08:42 • 2min
4
Tumultuous Politics in 19th Century Japan
10:24 • 19min
5
A Loyalist's Change of Heart and a Historic Alliance
29:51 • 6min