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Why Did Provincial Warriors Abandon the Imperial Court in 1180? - The Genpei War and the Fragmentation of Heian Japan | Sleepy Facts About History
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The Genpei War is often remembered as a grand, unified clash between the Taira and Minamoto clans, culminating in the tragic naval battle at Dan-no-ura. But the actual historical record reveals a much more complex and fragmented struggle. In the spring of 1180, a failed prince's call to arms provided a legitimate pretext for deep-seated regional grievances, setting in motion a conflict that spread unevenly across the Japanese archipelago. This episode examines how a court-centered…
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