About Fujiwara no Hidehira
Lived 1122 – 1187 (aged 64–65). Fujiwara no Hidehira was a Japanese military personnel.
was the third ruler of Northern Fujiwara in Mutsu Province, Japan, the grandson of Fujiwara no Kiyohira. During the Genpei War, he controlled his territory independently of the central government; however, he was the official imperial governor for Mutsu Province as of 1181.
According to legends, one of Hidehira's sons was cared for by wolves after his wife gave birth during a pilgrimage.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fujiwara no Hidehira?
Third ruler of Northern Fujiwara
When was Fujiwara no Hidehira born?
Fujiwara no Hidehira was born in 1122.
When did Fujiwara no Hidehira die?
Fujiwara no Hidehira died on 30 November 1187.
What was Fujiwara no Hidehira's occupation?
Fujiwara no Hidehira was a military personnel.
What nationality was Fujiwara no Hidehira?
Fujiwara no Hidehira was Japanese.
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· Wikipedia: Fujiwara no Hidehira
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