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The Last Samurai: The Life and Battles of SaigoTakamori By: Nik Palmieri
SaigoTakamori ,[object Object]
Played a key role in the rise of the Meiji regime and served as an official form may years until he resigned.,[object Object]
The government eventually sent warships to Kagoshima, fearing a rebellion from the powerful samurai coalition which resulted in the Battle of Shiroyama and Takamori’s last stand.,[object Object]
He was the last known samurai to commit the warriors suicide known as seppuku after he was injured as a last act of defiance.
There are many theories and legends regarding his death but he is considered an icon of Japanese pride and the legacy of the samurai spirit.
Was pardoned posthumously and there is now a memorial statue of him located Ueno Park.,[object Object]

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Last samurai

  • 1. The Last Samurai: The Life and Battles of SaigoTakamori By: Nik Palmieri
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  • 5. He was the last known samurai to commit the warriors suicide known as seppuku after he was injured as a last act of defiance.
  • 6. There are many theories and legends regarding his death but he is considered an icon of Japanese pride and the legacy of the samurai spirit.
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