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Kitajō Takahiro

1517 – 1590

Samurai of the Sengoku period

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Lived 1517 – 1590 (aged 72–73). Kitajō Takahiro was a military commander.

, also known as Mōri Takahiro, was a Japanese samurai and commander of the Sengoku period. At the Siege of Otate, he supported Uesugi Kagetora with his son Kitajō Hirotaka. Kitajō castle was attacked and captured by Uesugi Kagekatsu. Later, Takahiro became a vassal of Takigawa Kazumasu.

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Born
1517
Birth century
Died
1590
Occupation
Also known as
Kitajo Takahiro

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Kitajō Takahiro?

samurai of the Sengoku period

When was Kitajō Takahiro born?

Kitajō Takahiro was born in 1517.

When did Kitajō Takahiro die?

Kitajō Takahiro died in 1590.

What was Kitajō Takahiro's occupation?

Kitajō Takahiro was a military commander.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kitajō Takahiro

· Wikidata: Q11402209

· DBpedia: Kitajō Takahiro

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