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Akamatsu Norifusa

1559 – 1598

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About Akamatsu Norifusa

Lived 1559 – 1598 (aged 38–39). Akamatsu Norifusa was a Japanese samurai.

was a Japanese samurai of the Sengoku and Azuchi-Momoyama periods. His father was Akamatsu Yoshisuke.

Norifusa was defeated during Toyotomi Hideyoshi's Chugoku Offensive. He surrendered, becoming Hideyoshi's vassal; in subsequent years he was granted landholdings scattered around Okishio castle and Sumakichi (in Awa Province).

Under Hideyoshi's command, he saw action at the Battle of Shizugatake (1583) and the Invasion of Shikoku (1585).

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Born
1559
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Daimyo

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Akamatsu Norifusa?

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When was Akamatsu Norifusa born?

Akamatsu Norifusa was born in 1559.

When did Akamatsu Norifusa die?

Akamatsu Norifusa died on 18 August 1598.

What was Akamatsu Norifusa's occupation?

Akamatsu Norifusa was a samurai.

What nationality was Akamatsu Norifusa?

Akamatsu Norifusa was Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Akamatsu Norifusa

· Wikidata: Q4700231

· DBpedia: Akamatsu Norifusa

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