The Taikō: From Peasant to Japan's Ruler - Toyotomi Hideyoshi

Discover the incredible journey of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the second 'Great Unifier' of Japan. Rising from his humble beginnings as a peasant, Hideyoshi became the most powerful man in Japan during the Sengoku period. Learn about his military genius, strategic brilliance, and the key events that led him to unify Japan and become its de facto leader. This episode covers his early life, his rise to power, and his legacy as both a master strategist and a tyrant. Toyotomi Hideyoshi's story is a testament to ambition, intelligence, and ruthless determination.
00:00:00: Introduction00:02:15: Early Life00:07:34: From Peasant to Lord00:12:46: A Master Strategist & General00:22:33: Hideyoshi Overthrows the Oda Clan00:28:42: Unification of Japan00:34:19: Toyotomi Hideyoshi The Taiko & Tyrant
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