About Taira no Shigehira
Lived 1157 – 1185 (aged 27–28). Taira no Shigehira was a Japanese samurai.
(1158–1185) was one of the sons of Taira no Kiyomori, and one of the Taira Clan's chief commanders during the Heian period of the 12th century of Japan.
Famous battles Following the Battle of Uji in 1180, Shigehira fought in the Siege of Nara, where he burned the monks of the Tōdai-ji monastery.
Shigehira defeated Minamoto no Yukiie at the Battle of Sunomatagawa in 1181.
He was captured in 1184 at the Battle of Ichi-no-Tani. He was then turned over to the monks of the Tōdai-ji monastery in 1185 and was killed as revenge.
Family He married Fujiwara no Hoshi (藤原輔子), the second daughter of Dainagon Fujiwara Kunitsuna (藤原邦綱).
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Taira no Shigehira?
One of Taira Clan's commanders during the Heian period
When was Taira no Shigehira born?
Taira no Shigehira was born in 1157.
When did Taira no Shigehira die?
Taira no Shigehira died on 21 July 1185 in Kizu River.
What was Taira no Shigehira's occupation?
Taira no Shigehira was a samurai.
What nationality was Taira no Shigehira?
Taira no Shigehira was Japanese.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Taira no Shigehira
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