About Hatakeyama Shigetada
Lived 1164 – 1205 (aged 40–41). Hatakeyama Shigetada was a Japanese samurai and bushi.
Hatakeyama Shigetada. Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi
1164– 20 July 1205 was a samurai warlord of the late Heian and early Kamakura period Japan. He fought in the Genpei War, though originally for the Taira clan, he switched sides to the Minamoto clan for the Battle of Dan-no-ura, and ended the war on the winning side.
His Dharma name was Jissan Shūshin Daikoji (實山宗眞大居士).
Biography Following the war, when his son Shigeyasu was killed by Hōjō Tokimasa, Shigetada spoke up. The reward for this temerity was death, along with the rest of his family.
After the Battle of Awazu in 1184, Shigetada was known for failing to capture Tomoe Gozen.
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Who was Hatakeyama Shigetada?
Japanese samurai
When was Hatakeyama Shigetada born?
Hatakeyama Shigetada was born in 1164.
When did Hatakeyama Shigetada die?
Hatakeyama Shigetada died on 10 July 1205 in Tsurugamine.
What was Hatakeyama Shigetada's occupation?
Hatakeyama Shigetada was a samurai and bushi.
What nationality was Hatakeyama Shigetada?
Hatakeyama Shigetada was Japanese.
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